Herbie Hancock is a world-renowned jazz pianist and composer. He also serves as United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Goodwill Ambassador for the promotion of intercultural dialogue.

Reflections on 10 Years of International Jazz Day

Herbie Hancock, Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), performs at the inaugural International Jazz Day Concert at UN Headquarters. 30 April 2011. UN Photo/JC McIlwaine
Induction Ceremony for UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador Herbie Hancock at UNESCO Headquarters, Paris. 22 July 2011. ©UNESCO/Ania Freindorf

By inviting everyone at all levels of society to participate and share their culture with the world through jazz, we recognize and give shape to their inherent dignity and equality.