In partnership with the Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA), and RAK Properties, the Global Citizen Forum’s second instalment in the ‘Butterfly Effect’ trilogy, Earth Age, opened its doors on Wednesday 6th December. The Global Citizen Forum is an annual event that brings together world leaders, influential figures, and thought leaders to discuss pressing global issues and promote positive change. The forum provides a platform for dialogue, collaboration, and action on a wide range of topics, including social, economic, and environmental issues. At the Global Citizen Forum, participants engage in panel discussions and networking opportunities to exchange knowledge and best practices. The forum also serves as a platform for showcasing innovative projects and initiatives that have the potential to make a significant impact on a global scale.

At the Forum, contemporary artist and eco-activist Natalia Kapchuk spearheaded several initiatives focused on art, sustainability, and philanthropy. These efforts included hosting an exhibition featuring her artworks from ‘The Lost Planet’ series, which aimed to raise awareness about important environmental issues. Additionally, she donated an artwork for a charity auction and announced her ambassadorship of a forest planting project in collaboration with the Nullker platform.

Natalia's solo exhibition, held from December 6th to 7th, 2023, showcased a selection of artworks from ‘The Lost Planet’ series and left a long- lasting impression on hundreds of delegates. The show delved into the unique natural beauty of our planet while highlighting the pressing environmental challenges caused by human activities. The display featured eight art pieces, including “Carbon Clouds” (2020), “Ocean's DNA” (2019), “Man-made Island” (2019), “Virgin Rocks” (2019), and other captivating creations.

During the Global Citizen Forum Gala night, Natalia Kapchuk's piece "The Vanishing Antarctica" (2019) fetched $50,000 at a charity auction. The proceeds from the auction went towards supporting the Yusra Mardini Foundation, the Global Citizen Cultural Centre for Youth, and other initiatives that aim to amplify the voices of marginalized communities.

A number of Natalia's artworks have previously been offered for auction in aid of charities, and the funds raised have been directed to environmental and humanitarian projects. Natalia has also supported the One Tree Planted reforestation project and has become an ambassador for this green initiative, aiming to raise awareness about sustainable initiatives through the Nullker eco platform.

The issue of humanity's carbon footprint and the restoration of the Earth's natural "lungs" is now more pertinent than ever. With almost 100 million trees lost annually due to extensive deforestation for agricultural and urban purposes, Natalia Kapchuk uses art as a medium to share the contemporary environmental agenda in a way that is understandable and accessible to a wide audience. Through her personal actions and advocacy, the artist sets an example of taking small steps towards a global goal, encouraging others to join her in the spirit of the Global Citizen Forum.

About Natalia Kapchuk
Natalia Kapchuk is an environmentally focused contemporary artist, philanthropist, and environmentalist dually-based in London, UK and Dubai, UAE. She composes her works using a combination of different media or materials, highlighting key ecological issues, and the global effects caused by anthropic activities, emphasizing the importance of environmental protections. Kapchuk’s main point of focus is all life on our planet, the biodiversity it holds, various ecosystems, and the vast expanses of our beloved Oceans. Her artworks have been included in many group exhibitions and art fairs around the globe, including recently concluded Wells Art Contemporary 2023, London Art Biennale 2023, StART Art Fair 2023, and Shanghai International Art Fair 2023. Natalia Kapchuk is an ambassador at The Parliamentary Society of Arts, Fashion and Sports (UK), as well as, an ambassador for the Better World Fund (BWF).

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About Nullker
Nullker is an eco platform designed to raise awareness of environmental initiatives among people and attract brands as partners by highlighting the activity of eco projects throughout the world and motivating people to make donations via the platform in favor of these funds. For each contribution, users get a special offer or discount from partner brands, and businesses get loyal audience. Thus, Nullker creates an ecosystem uniting people, business and eco-enthusiasts together to contribute to a more sustainable and ecoconscious world.

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The collaboration “Art & Sustainability: Kapchuk & Nullker” involves supporting various environmental projects around the world and will include joint public actions and initiatives in the field of art, where such support has enhances the global idea of saving the planet.

The Global Citizen Forum hosted many influential participants and guests including Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, UAE Supreme Council Member Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi; UAE Minister of Tolerance Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan; news anchor for CNN International and editor-at-large of CNN Business Richard Quest; Multi Grammy Award-Winning Artist Nile Rodgers, and the winner of the Global Citizen Award, world’s leading comedian Russell Peters.

About Global Citizen Forum
The Global Citizen Forum, a non-profit organization based in Canada that is powered by a worldwide network of leaders and catalysts dedicated to unleashing the power of global citizenship. The GCF brings together its community from around the world for an Annual Summit, where curated events and experiences facilitate meaningful dialogue and actionable steps towards creating tangible, transparent, and measurable global impact.

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About Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA)
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) was established in May 2011 under the government of Ras Al Khaimah. RAKTDA aims to develop the Emirate’s tourism infrastructure and establish Ras Al Khaimah as a worldclass destination for leisure and business travel, creating sustainable investment opportunities and enhancing the quality of life for its residents. In order to achieve its goals, the Authority has a government mandate to license, regulate and monitor the Emirate’s tourism and hospitality industry.

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