CLINTON GLOBAL INITIATIVE
In my previous post about filming Lance Armstrong's Dual Mission yesterday, I didn't get a chance to mention what the Clinton Global Initiative is all about. CGI is an organization founded by former President Bill Clinton to help solve many of the world's biggest problems involving poverty, health, education and the environment.
The emphasis is on action. Members, who consist of world leaders, philanthropists, CEOs, and scholars, are required to establish specific commitments to action in addressing a global challenge (those who don't follow through are not allowed back).
For the past four years, CGI has hosted an annual gathering in NYC to celebrate achievements and establish new commitments. An ideal setting for the Lance Armstrong Foundation to launch its global cancer awareness campaign. Even though I was originally there to film Lance's announcement, I felt compelled to check out the other events. Here are some highlights...
U2's Bono with former Vice President Al Gore on a discussion panel.
They're joined by Queen Rania of Jordan.
Bill Gates talks about his foundation's work with Clinton.
Tom Brokow discusses the topic of energy with San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom.
Drew Barrymore, who is an Ambassador for the UN's World Food Programme, makes a commitment against hunger.
Barack Obama speaks to the audience via satellite.
CNBC anchor Maria Bartiromo hosts the Clinton Global Citizen Awards.
I'm not into James Taylor (sorry Mr. President), but when he performed "You've Got a Friend", I got the chills. It was the perfect song for the evening and the overall event.
That's all folks. Thanks again Lauren and Meghan. What a great two days.
By the way, check out MyCommitment.org to learn how you can establish your own commitment to action.
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