Launch of 7 Billion Actions Initiative

With the world's population projected to top 7 billion next month, the United Nations today launched a global initiative – 7 Billion Actions – bringing together governments, businesses, the media and individuals to confront the challenges and seize the opportunities offered by the milestone. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon (centre) addresses the audience at the launch ceremony at UN Headquarters in New York.
Also on stage (from left to right) are: Imane Khachani, youth leader from Morocco; Sheri McCoy, Vice-Chair of Johnson & Johnson; Carsten Staur, Permanent Representative of Denmark to the UN; Mr. Ban; Babatunde Osotimehin, Executive Director of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), and Naveen Selvadurai, founder of Foursquare.