Global Philadelphia Association and Philadelphia International Airport Showcase Public Sustainable Development Goals Expo

Global Philadelphia Association (GPA) unveils new sustainable development goals exposition at the Philadelphia International Airport, Showcasing GPA's Work Towards and the History of Their SDG Campaign

WHO: Produced by: Global Philadelphia Association (GPA) 

Partners: Philadelphia International Airport

Speakers:

• Rob McNeill (Board Chair or GPA)
• Zabeth Teelucksingh (President of GPA)
• Atif Saeed (CEO of PHL Airport)

WHAT: Global Philadelphia Association (GPA) partners with the Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to officially announce the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Expo stationed between Terminals B and C. GPA leaders and the PHL’s CEO will present the expo and discuss how the exhibit will impact travelers visiting and departing the terminal. The expo features SDG graphics, murals from GPA’s campaign, and televised interviews with artists and organizations who have contributed to the campaign.

The 17 Sustainable Development Goals are a call for action set forth by the United Nations for all countries – poor, rich, and middle-income – to promote prosperity while protecting the planet. They recognize that ending poverty must go hand-in-hand with strategies that build economic growth and address a range of social needs including education, health, social protection, and job opportunities while tackling climate change and environmental protection.  

WHEN: Friday, March 17, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM. 

WHERE: Philadelphia International Airport Terminals B and C

• 8500 Essington Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153

VISUALS:   

The indoor event will provide many opportunities for photography, including:

• Philadelphia International Airport’s new addition of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Expo 

• Remarks from some of Philadelphia civic and community leaders, including:

  • Rob McNeill - Board Chair or GPA

  • Zabeth Teelucksingh - President of GPA

  • Atif Saeed - CEO of PHL Airport

QUOTE: “The SDGs are a global call to action, it is fitting that the international airport in Philadelphia would spotlight our SDG public art project with an exhibit at the airport,” said Global Philadelphia Association President, Zabeth Teelucksingh.

PR CONTACT: Andrew Beers: (E) andrew.beers@globalphiladelphia.org (C) 570-856-5156

About the Global Philadelphia Association:

The Global Philadelphia Association consists of more than 200 internationally involved organizations, businesses, and individuals in Greater Philadelphia. It was created to assist – and to encourage greater interaction among – the many organizations and people who are engaged in international activity in the Greater Philadelphia Region, to promote the development of an international consciousness within the area, and to enhance Philadelphia’s global profile. For more information, visit website: https://globalphiladelphia.org/

The Philadelphia International Airport is the only major airport serving Philadelphia with over 25 million passengers visiting the airport in 2022. Twenty-seven airlines, including all major domestic carriers, offer over 300 daily departures to more than 120 destinations worldwide. Philadelphia International Airport’s mission is to proudly connect Philadelphia with the world. For more information, visit website: https://www.phl.org/