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Show Up for Humanity is more than just a music festival. It's a collective moment, organized by Worried Citizens vzw, where thousands of people come together to prove that we haven't given up on each other or our planet.

Why Show Up for Humanity

In 2025, it might feel like the world is falling apart. Climate change accelerates. Inequality grows. Division spreads. And many people feel powerless to change anything. But here's what we've noticed: when people see others staying passive, they think they should stay passive too. People look around and think "if no one else is taking action on climate change or inequality, maybe I shouldn't either." This creates a dangerous cycle where inaction breeds more inaction.

‍Show Up for Humanity breaks that cycle. When thousands of people gather in front of the Atomium, it sends a powerful message: caring citizens are everywhere, and taking action is normal. The event becomes proof that you're not alone in wanting a better world.

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Why September 2025

This moment matters. We're approaching COP30 in Brazil — ten years after the Paris Agreement, with meaningful climate action still missing. Five years left to halve emissions. The 1.5°C limit already breached. Urgent action is needed, but it has to come from people, not just politicians.

That's why we're not waiting. Show Up for Humanity is our way of encouraging people to do more and get louder. When you see thousands of people gathered together, it's proof that you're not alone. Every person who shows up represents thousands more who want change — and seeing this collective power makes people braver to speak up in their own lives.

Who's Behind This

Show Up for Humanity is organized by Worried Citizens vzw — a collective of everyday people who refuse to stay passive. We're parents, students, artists, and citizens who worry deeply about our world and want to turn that worry into action.

Founded by Eline Goethals, Tijs Delbeke, and Elisabeth Van Lierop, we believe that regular citizens have more power than they realize. This event is by citizens, for citizens, supported by artists, cultural organizations, civil society groups, and ethical businesses who share our vision.

Our partners and supporters include: Artists who use their platform for important causes, Cultural organizations who share our values, Civil society groups working on the ground, Ethical businesses committed to positive change, Volunteers who give their time and energy, Citizens who spread the word and show up.

Why we show up

Elisabeth Van Lierop

Worried Citizen, mother of 3, author, gentle activist

Looking at the news I find myself worrying—but just sitting and watching won’t help. The world doesn’t need more people feeling helpless. That’s why I want to turn my worry into action and do something, even small, to make a difference.

Tijs Delbeke

Worried Citizen, father of 3, musician

I love how the universal language of music is a powerful tool to bring individuals together. Artists have always had a unique platform to address the world. So as musicians, let’s show up for humanity and tell the world we have not lost hope yet. When beauty meets inspiration, I believe that change will emerge.

Eline Goethals

Worried Citizen, public health activist, dog mom

For the longest time, I didn't realize that it is small groups of committed citizens who change the world. But now I know and this event wants to spark exactly that: what if we, regular people, do more, anything but remain silent? I can't wait to discover which new initiatives will be born on our festival grounds!

We make.

Branding agency for digital and print

We felt it right away: this wasn’t just another project. With We Make, we wanted to create a visual identity that brings people together — something fresh and hopeful, for a theme that’s urgent and serious. Concerts for Humanity touches on what truly matters: sparking movement, empathy, and connection.

Mathilde Leestmans

Serving artists and events – with extra glitter and maximum flair

Fueled by passion and the belief that it’s better to build than to break, I trust in the unifying power of sound — a language that speaks to all.

WE MAKE YOU HAPPY

Creative & production agency

Show Up for Humanity hits where it matters. Raw, human, honest. We’re in, because we believe creativity should connect, wake us up, and move us forward.

Tallita Ortiz de la Torre

Mother, Andalusian-Bruxelloise, founder of Todos

Dreaming of a world where people living with disabilities, struggling with mental health or money, speaking different languages or living in different bodies — can proudly say: “I belong.” With Todos, I stand for concrete to-do’s — actions that move us toward an inclusive world. This festival is one of those to-do’s.

Wanna Show Up too?

You don't need to be an expert or an activist to make a difference. You just need to care, and to show up.
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Whether you attend the festival, volunteer, donate, or simply tell others about it — every action matters. Because when enough people show up for humanity, humanity wins.

Ready to turn your care into action?

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Worried Citizens vzw is citizen-led, purpose-driven, and always open to those who want to join us.
Questions? Ideas? Want to get involved? Drop us a line — we'd love to hear from you.