UNICEF will celebrate its 75th anniversary with a special event at the Institute of Contemporary Art in Boston on November 30, 2023. This in-person gathering will coincide with similar celebrations across major cities in the United States, including Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, and Washington, D.C.. Attendees will have the option to stream the event online, allowing supporters nationwide to participate.
The event, titled “UNICEF at 75,” aims to honor the organization’s extensive work in providing essential services to children in nearly 200 countries. Funds raised during the celebrations will support UNICEF’s ongoing humanitarian efforts, including critical initiatives like the equitable distribution of COVID-19 vaccines.
A highlight of the evening will be the premiere of a documentary directed by Ben Proudfoot, which chronicles UNICEF’s history and its current initiatives. The film will particularly emphasize the agency’s efforts to distribute vaccines globally, reflecting the ongoing challenges faced during the pandemic.
Laura Driscoll, the director of philanthropy for the northeast region at UNICEF USA, expressed enthusiasm for the event, stating, “We are thrilled to have the Boston community and supporters from around the United States come together on Giving Tuesday to rejoice in UNICEF’s milestone 75-year anniversary and celebrate our lifesaving work.” Driscoll added that UNICEF has tirelessly worked across 190 countries for an equitable world for every child.
The gala will feature several honorary chairs, including high-profile figures such as David Beckham, Orlando Bloom, Katy Perry, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas. The event is sponsored by Johnson & Johnson, further highlighting the collaboration between corporate and humanitarian efforts.
Tickets for the event are priced at $1,500 for individual attendance, with virtual tickets available for $200. Many locations, including New York, where UNICEF’s headquarters are located, have already sold out, demonstrating the significant public interest in the milestone anniversary.
UNICEF was founded in 1946 and has since become a leading organization dedicated to the welfare of children, providing services such as health care, nutrition, emergency relief, and access to safe water. As the organization reflects on its past, it continues to address pressing global challenges, particularly in light of the ongoing impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
For more information regarding the event or to support UNICEF’s initiatives, interested individuals can contact Dana Gerber at [email protected].
