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The Human Kind Institute partners with Fashion 4 Development to convene Heads of UN Delegations, First Ladies, Ambassadors, and VIPs for United Nations General Assembly Week
In the presence of world leaders, first ladies, and diplomats, the 3rd Sustainable Goals Banquet and 11th Annual First Ladies Luncheon honoured Agents of Change and reaffirmed HKI's and F4D's commitment to the UN Sustainable Goals.
As part of our ongoing commitment to support the United Nation’s Sustainable Goals, Human Kind Institute (HKI) and Fashion 4 Development (F4D) hosted UN ambassadors, heads of delegations, diplomats, fashion and entertainment VIPs, and prominent climate change activists from around the world at two high-profile marquee events spotlighting both the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the efforts of both organisations to promote positive strategies for sustainable economic growth. During the two gala events, medals of honour were presented to Agents of Change who are addressing food security, extreme poverty, education, and those taking action for a healthier planet, preservation of culture, and the empowerment of women and children.
HKI & F4D Sustainable Goals Banquet, New York, 2023
Our Agents of Change, 2023, received their prestigious awards during the 78th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York at the Sustainable Goals Banquet, an annual event hosted by Human Kind Institute in partnership with Fashion 4 Development.
- Honorable Mayor Eric Adams, Mayor of New York City, Human Kind Institute Impact through Food Award.
- H.E. Mr. Lazarus Chakwera, President of Malawi, Gender Champion Human Kind Award.
- Jasmina Bojic, Founder of UNAFF (United Nations Association Film Festival), Impact Through Film Human Kind Award.
- Dr. Ramon Tallaj, Founder and Chairman of SOMOS Community Care, Public Health and Community Service Human Kind Award.
- Ingmar Rentzhog, CEO & Founder, and President Sweta Chakraborty, WDHT, Impact Through Media Human Kind Award.
- Governor Mauro Mendes of Mato Grosso Brazil and Marcelo Carvalho de Andrade, Human Kind Award for Environmental Impact.
Mayor Eric Adams, Dr Ramon Tallaj
Awardees H.E. Lazarus Chakwera, Monica Chakwera, 2023
By spotlighting positive impact, the HKI Awards aim to inspire global leaders towards sustainable development.
The Sustainable Goals Banquet provides a perfect opportunity for motivated philanthropists and influencers to share their goals and mission in a setting that encourages dialogue. In 2023, the Banquet was themed ‘Healthier People, Healthier Planet’ and notable speakers included New York’s Mayor Eric Adams as well as acclaimed film director/photographer Francesco Carrozzini, Dr Robert Green of Harvard Medical School, and model Bianca Balti.