The Global Panorama Project is an SDG–driven techno-arts initiative, led by a diverse coalition of North/South partners and rooted in UNESCO’s ResiliArt movement.
Inspired by the spirit of the Olympics, the Panorama Project brings together artists, cultural institutions, Indigenous communities, and grassroots leaders to champion climate action, and achieve peace, health, and poverty eradication.
By fostering synergies between creative expression and policy engagement, the Project addresses both the drivers and impacts of climate change and seeks viable solutions. Its powerful messages—grounded in the arts and cultural heritage. Through diverse mechanisms, they are delivered through an interactive digital platform, national-level exhibitions, and may be featured within NGO pavilions at COP30 in Belém, Brazil, thereby reinforcing multilateral dialogue.
Sign the letter urging the UN to issue a formal Declaration recognizing Arts & Culture as powerful tools to advance Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This declaration will encourage nations to integrate artistic and cultural initiatives into climate action plans. More HERE
The climate crisis is not just an environmental emergency—it is a human, cultural, and societal challenge, demanding a fundamental shift in how we engage people, inspire action, and foster resilience while safeguarding cultural identities.
In the face of extreme global challenges to a sustainable future, the Global Panorama Project seeks to leverage the arts and cultural heritage to bridge the gap between science, policy and action.
We believe this movement will empower people to take ownership of change, and demand accountability from decision-makers.
The Global Panorama Project aims to build creative partnerships, inspire global action on climate change, and achieve UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
SDGs are a call to action to end poverty and inequality, protect the planet, and ensure everyone has access to health, justice, and prosperity.
The Project emphasizes the urgency of the climate crisis by adopting creative and inclusive approaches that blend scientific evidence with emotional resonance, inspiring transformative action.
By leveraging creativity through the arts and cultural heritage, the project aims to foster a world where every individual plays an active role in reducing carbon footprints, safeguarding clean water and food, and driving meaningful government action. More on the SDGs HERE https://sdgs.un.org/goals.
Earthsavers DREAMS Ensemble, recognized as a UNESCO Artist for Peace, is a pioneering Filipino collective focused on inclusive art and social transformation. They integrate youth, persons with disabilities, and indigenous communities through theater, music, and the arts to empower vulnerable groups and promote climate resilience. Their international performances raise awareness about the SDGs and cultural diversity, highlighting art as a tool for healing, inclusion, and global action
Founded in 1986 in Washington, D.C., the Climate Institute is the world’s first organization focused solely on climate change. It promotes innovative solutions and global partnerships, informs leaders, and drives climate action through research, education, and policy analysis. Its projects empower vulnerable communities, reduce climate risks, advance sustainable strategies, and strengthen international cooperation to protect the planet
The South-South Cooperation Council for Sustainable Development (SSCC), founded in Colombia, is a global NGO promoting dialogue and collaboration among Global South countries to strengthen peace and sustainable development. It facilitates the exchange of best practices, resources, and knowledge in similar contexts, driving initiatives aligned with the SDGs and supporting resilience, inclusion, and well-being in vulnerable communities
ENERGIES 2050 is an international NGO focused on sustainable development, climate action, and a just energy transition. Based in France with a global reach, it advances projects, research, and training on renewable energy, sustainable cities, and low-carbon economies. The ART'S PLANET Initiative promotes art as a driver of environmental awareness, supporting artists who address biodiversity, climate, and sustainability through creative expression and social impact
The National ITI Center is the national branch of the International Theatre Institute, the world’s largest performing arts organization founded by experts and UNESCO. It promotes international exchange, arts education, and collaboration in theater, dance, and music, advocating for cultural diversity and sustainable development. The center organizes festivals, workshops, and events to foster peace, creativity, and inclusion through the arts
Founded in 1962, Seoul Institute of the Arts is a leading arts university in South Korea with campuses in Ansan and Seoul. Renowned for innovative arts education, it offers programs in visual arts, performing arts, film, design, music, and creative writing. The institute emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, experimentation, and technology integration, preparing global artists who preserve Korean heritage while driving contemporary creativity
CultureHub is a global art and technology community founded in 2009 by La MaMa and the Seoul Institute of the Arts. With studios in New York, Los Angeles, Korea, Indonesia, and Italy, it fosters international collaboration and artistic experimentation with emerging technologies. Through residencies, live productions, and educational programs, CultureHub drives cultural exchange, digital creativity, and new artistic forms at the intersection of art, technology, and education
La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club, founded in 1961 in New York City, is a global leader in experimental theater and cultural diversity. It has presented over 5,000 productions with artists from 76 countries, supporting both emerging and established creators. Its mission is to provide a free space for artistic innovation, fostering inclusion, international exchange, and arts access for diverse communities. La MaMa has received the Regional Tony Award and over 30 Obie Awards
The COP29 NGO Coalition brings together over 500 NGOs from nearly 100 countries, promoting climate action and environmental justice globally. Founded in 2024 by the Azerbaijan National NGO Forum, it facilitates collaboration, dialogue, and civil society advocacy within UN climate processes. With a strong focus on the Global South, it played a key role at COP29, driving inclusive solutions and strengthening international cooperation
The Asia-Pacific Energy Global Council is a leading platform bringing together executives, experts, and key energy sector stakeholders across Asia-Pacific. It promotes innovation, collaboration, and the transition to clean energy, addressing challenges such as energy security, sustainability, and regional integration. The Council fosters dialogue on new technologies, financing, hydrogen, and low-carbon solutions, driving international cooperation for a sustainable energy future in the region
The United Nations Association of the Philippines (UNAP), founded in 1947, is a national, non-sectarian, and non-partisan civic organization dedicated to promoting the ideals and objectives of the United Nations in the Philippines. As a member of the World Federation of United Nations Associations, it leads educational, cooperation, and advocacy programs on the SDGs, peace, and sustainable development, working with public and private sectors to foster international understanding and engagement
The Office of the Special Envoy on Climate Change in the Presidency of Kenya, led by Ambassador Ali Mohamed, advises the president on climate policy and represents Kenya in international forums. It drives South-South cooperation, resilience, and access to climate finance, positioning Kenya as an African leader in carbon markets, clean energy, and global partnerships for adaptation and climate action.
The Small Island Developing States (SIDS) comprise 39 vulnerable island countries and territories across the Caribbean, Pacific, and Atlantic-Indian regions. Facing unique challenges such as climate change, natural disasters, and fragile economies, SIDS lead innovative solutions in resilience, climate action, and the blue economy. The UN and partners support SIDS in digitalization, biodiversity, and sustainable development, fostering international cooperation and climate justice.
Panorama Panel
A panel of individuals representing the core Panorama Project partners will guide the process of reviewing and selecting artistic submissions:
Cecilie Guidote-Alvarez
Director, Earthsavers Dream Center, UNESCO Artist for Peace
Dewy Sacayan
Youth climate advocate and legal strategist, Earthsavers DREAMS Ensemble
Viktor Sebek
Chairman, South-South Cooperation Council for Sustainable Development (SSCC)
Stephane Pouffary
Expert in climate policy, founder and CEO of ENERGIES 2050.
Michele Fetting
Chief Communications Officer, Climate Institute; expert in climate advocacy
Nasir Khattak
Climate policy expert, Vice President of Climate Institute, clean energy leader
Ramil Iskandarli
Chairman, Azerbaijan National NGO Forum; COP29 NGO Coalition leader
The Global Panorama Project partners urge the United Nations to issue a formal Declaration recognizing Arts & Culture as powerful tools to advance Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The project team asks that the Declaration be made during the 80th Anniversary of the United Nations Charter in 2025.
This call for a Declaration is supported by artists, NGOs, community groups, academic institutions and Indigenous and cultural leaders around the world. By recognizing Arts & Culture as a mechanism to raise awareness, preserve identity and drive change – the world can move faster to implementing the critical SDGs.
Read the letter and
The Global Panorama Project invites submissions to be part of a virtual showcase of Arts and Culture. Select entries may have the opportunity for in-person and virtual performances or exhibitions at COP30 in Brazil, at NGO pavilions, and in other in-country events.
The Panorama Project team will create an interdisciplinary digital presentation by collaging the contributions collected through this Call for Arts & Culture Submissions accessible through the online Panorama Portal at www.thepanoramaproject.org/artists. At COP30, the digital showcase will be presented and exhibited in collaboration with a panel of representatives from partner organizations who will discuss the role art can play in addressing SDGs. This interactive platform will engage viewers with creative leaders to foster dialogue and build inspiration.