The relation between peace and poverty is widely known and researched and not only IEP studies the interconnectness between peace and economic factors and how they influence each other. In order to contextualise this relation, the following quote of Nelson Mandela can serve as a food for thought and as explanation why the Global Citizen Festival has been added to this toolkit. “Overcoming poverty is not a task of charity, it is an act of justice. Like Slavery and Apartheid, poverty is not natural. It is man-made and it can be overcome and eradicated by the actions of human beings. Sometimes it falls on a generation to be great. You can be that great generation. Let your greatness blossom.” (Nelson Mandela)

• Integrating personal narratives in global advocacy through ambassadors programme.

• Tickets to Global Citizen Festival are awarded through points earned by taking social actions to fight extreme poverty, such as signing petitions or contacting policymakers. Attendees become active participants in the global fight against poverty. 

• The festival is held in various locations globally, in cities across the Global South and North. This ensures a balanced representation and engagement, reinforcing the idea that the fight against poverty is a shared global responsibility.

• Beyond showcasing world-renowned artists, the Global Citizen Festival uses its stage as a platform for policymakers to make public commitments. This strategy is grounded in the belief that systematic changes require engaging systemic structures. By bringing attention to critical issues such as hunger and climate change, the festival challenges policymakers to take concrete action. The festival has hosted speeches and commitments from global leaders, including Prime Ministers and Presidents, ensuring that the issues discussed on stage translate into tangible policy outcomes. 

• Combine personal and global narratives

• Use stage/venues/public platforms for policy committments/advocacy