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UNGA Healing Arts Week

Held on the sidelines of the 80th Session of the UN General Assembly, UNGA Healing Arts Week 2025 shines a light on the role of culture and creativity in advancing global health priorities. For the first time, the activation will take place across all five boroughs of NYC.

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Healing Arts

Date

20 – 26 September 2025

Location

26 Broadway, New York City, New York 10007, United States

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See last year's UNGA Healing Arts Week

UNGA Healing Arts Week 2025

UNGA Healing Arts Week 2025 returned with a bold, expanded program of events that brought together artists, healthcare leaders, policymakers, and communities from around the world. Through performances, panels, research presentations, and community activations, the week explored how the arts are driving innovation in health and well-being. 

The week, which took place alongside the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly, spotlighted the role of culture and creativity in advancing global health priorities—particularly in the context of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and mental health. 

This year, for the first time, events will take place across all five boroughs of New York City, reflecting the growing momentum of the Arts in Health movement and its relevance to diverse communities and care settings. 

Visit the official website to explore the program

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A look at UNGA Healing Arts Week 2025

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Prof. Daisy Fancourt delivering her keynote speech at the UNGA Healing Arts Symposium

Photo by Ben Ouriel (2025), courtesy of NYU Steinhardt

Film Screening of My Brain: After the Rupture at Film at Lincoln Center, as part of UNGA Healing Arts Week

Courtesy of Julliard Extension

Actress Gillian Anderson speaking with Lab Co-Director Dr Nisha Sajnani at the Newport Global Summit Passport Event.

Photo by Fadi Kheir (2024), courtesy of Carnegie Hall

The Economics of Arts & Health Roundtable at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.

LayeRhythm dance jam as part of UNGA Healing Arts Week.

Image courtesy of LayeRhythm

NYC H+H Arts in Medicine Panel at the Bellevue Hospital, Bronx.

Image courtesy of NYC H+H Arts in Medicine