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Chaka Khan Foundation and UN Come Together for World Meditation Day

The second annual UN World Meditation Day, co-hosted by the Chaka Khan Foundation and the United Nations Office for Partnerships, is set to take place on December 19, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM EST. The event, taking place at the UN Goals Lounge in New York City, seeks to unite millions from around the world in a shared moment of reflection and healing. It will also be streamed live on UN Web TV.

This year’s gathering features a star-studded lineup including music icon Chaka Khan, CBS Mornings host Gayle King, spiritual leader Rev. Dr. Michael Beckwith, and UN leaders such as Melissa Fleming and Annemarie Hou. Together, they will explore the significance of meditation and mindfulness in addressing pressing contemporary issues like mental health struggles, social isolation, conflicts, and environmental challenges.

The event will kick off with a livestreamed guided meditation led by Rev. Dr. Michael Beckwith, setting a peaceful tone for the subsequent discussion moderated by Gayle King. The conversation will delve into how achieving inner peace can drive societal change, emphasizing meditation as a practical avenue toward resilience and compassion in the face of a tumultuous world.

“Meditation taught me how to perform for my soul first,” Chaka Khan shared. As a co-founder of the Chaka Khan Foundation, she has dedicated her efforts to promoting wellness and healing in underserved communities. Her foundation aims to uplift marginalized groups, including incarcerated women and neurodiverse individuals, aligning closely with the UN’s commitment to health and well-being for all, as expressed in Sustainable Development Goal 3.

World Meditation Day, established by the United Nations, underscores the transformative power of meditation in enhancing mental health and fostering emotional resilience. Celebrated annually on December 21, this day calls upon individuals and communities to embrace mindfulness as a tool for both personal and collective healing.

This year’s observance will occur two days earlier to encourage greater participation and is intended to celebrate healing through music, contemplation, and engaging dialogue among cultural and spiritual leaders worldwide. The UN’s continued collaboration with the Chaka Khan Foundation remains focused on making wellness initiatives accessible to all, particularly individuals from overlooked communities who often face barriers to mental health resources.

For those interested in participating, further details on the event and how to access will be made available through the Chaka Khan Foundation's website. Join us in this global movement towards peace and healing, and let’s pause to reflect together.

To learn more about World Meditation Day activities, visit Chaka Khan Foundation's website and follow their social media handles for updates and engagement opportunities.