We hope you can join us on October 21st in New York City for our annual marquee event.
In its 15th year, our annual Make Equality Reality Gala is a one-of-a-kind, arts-based celebration that brings together visionary leaders, powerful performances, and global changemakers committed to advancing gender equality.
This year’s theme, Choose Courage, recognises courage not as a feeling, but as a deliberate decision that helps drive progress even in the face of uncertainty and resistance. Our Gala is an opportunity for us to Choose Courage together and highlight what becomes possible when individuals, institutions, and movements act with conviction.
With music, comedy, and powerful storytelling, we will gather over 350 leaders and changemakers who share a commitment to advancing equality and human rights. Together, we will honour those who remain steadfast in their commitment to progress and a just and equal future for all women and girls.
You’ll enjoy an open bar cocktail reception, a gourmet seated dinner, and a post-program celebration with passed desserts at one of New York City’s premier venues, offering an immersive multimedia experience.
Join us in New York on October 21st
6:00 pm
7:15 pm
Fancy festive attire
Sponsorship packages are limited.
Reserve by July 31, 2026 to maximize your benefits.
If you have any questions, please email our team at gala@equalitynow.org
Britta Jacobson and Janet Montag
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie | Margaret Atwood | Brisa de Angulo | E. Jean Carroll | Susan Chokachi | Jaha Dukureh | Jane Fonda | Ashley Judd | Rupi Kaur | The Pelicot Family | Salma Hayek Pinault | Nobel Laureate Maria Ressa | Gloria Steinem | Sue Smalley, Ph.D | Malala Yousafzai
Sarah Cooper | Whitney Cummings | HAIM | Kathy Griffin | Beverley Knight | Christine Lahti | Bethany Joy Lenz | Aasif Mandvi | Alanis Morissette | Linda Perry | Aubrey Plaza | Paul Reiser | AnnaSophia Robb | Amandla Stenberg | Ben & Ella Stiller | Meryl Streep | Jodie Turner-Smith | Maysoon Zayid
