Celebrities, artists, actors, and athletes from all over the world are joining forces for a social media rally “Stand Up For Ukraine,” taking place on April 8-9.
Explaining “Stand Up For Ukraine”
The “Stand Up for Ukraine” campaign includes a global social media rally on April 8 and a pledging event on April 9. The event aims to mobilize billions of dollars to address the crisis in Ukraine as well as support people who are on the move in every part of the world.
Scheduled for April 9 in Warsaw, Poland; “Stand Up For Ukraine” will be an opportunity for world leaders and corporations to step up humanitarian funding for vulnerable civilians impacted by the conflict and for other global humanitarian priorities.
“I’m inviting everybody: musicians, actors, athletes, businessmen, politicians, everybody,” Zelenskyy said in his video address. Therefore, “Everyone who wants to join this movement and ‘Stand Up for Ukraine.’”
Above all, the social media rally intends to put pressure on world leaders; to provide additional emergency funding needed to help the millions of people who have been displaced by the war in Ukraine. Also, other conflicts including in Yemen, South Sudan, and Afghanistan.
“Millions of people are fleeing the bombs falling on Ukrainian cities,” von der Leyen said, per Billboard. Therefore, “The world must stand up for them. The European Union is catering for the needs of the millions of refugees it hosts. And we will further step up. But so much is needed – and the brave people of Ukraine deserve solidarity from citizens and states around the globe. Together, we can give them a safe home and bring some light in their lives at this dark hour.”
How Can You Get Involved?
On April 8, take part in one of the largest digital events on social media and inspire world leaders to provide urgent refugee relief. Take the pledge right now to join the Stand Up for Ukraine rally. Global Citizen will send you updates on how you can participate.
In addition, on April 8, share the messages of advocates around the world on social media. After that, upload and post your own video message using the hashtag #StandUpForUkraine.
Some Celebrities Joining the Rally
Some of the singers that have joined the rally include: Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye, Alanis Morissette, Alejandro Sanz, Arlo Parks; Bastille, Billie Eilish, Billy Joel, Celine Dion, Demi Lovato, Ellie Goulding, Elton John; Fall Out Boy, FINNEAS, Garth Brooks, Green Day, Hozier, Jesse McCartney, Jon Batiste, Jon Bon Jovi; Jonas Brothers, Juanes, Kacey Musgraves, Katy Perry, Kesha, Lennon Stella, Leon Bridges, Lola Lennox; Luis Fonsi, Luke Combs, Madonna, MÅNESKIN, Metallica, Miley Cyrus, Nicky Jam, Noah Cyrus, Ozzy Osbourne, Panic! At The Disco, Pearl Jam, Pharrell Williams, Radiohead, Red Hot Chili Peppers; Rita Ora, Ryan Tedder, SOFI TUKKER, Stevie Wonder, Tame Impala, Third Eye Blind, U2, Usher, Weezer, and 5 Seconds of Summer.
Additionally, for a full list of celebrities joining the rally, click here.
