The 2023 Art Piece for Hope is named 'Human Choice'. Inspired by the UNDP Human Development report, we learn that we have what it takes to accelerate change, but we all need to choose our path. We have a choice. The art piece was a collective art project and consists of 17 stories of hope and serves as a symbol and messenger for the need of more creativity and collaboration to accelerate hope and change.

Proud to present the 17 participants comprised by Aderinsola Babawale, Cake, Children Climate Prize, Climate Live, Epidemic Sound, Exquisite Corpse, EY Doberman, Houdini Sportswear, Game, H&M Foundation, José Gonzáles, Joshua Idehen, New Dimensions by ELLE, Spotify, Studio Hum Interactive, What took you so long, and X Shore.

All curated and edited by Sahara Widoff and Teitur Ardal. Photo Faris Laguir.

For the second time HEART 17 presented HEARTBEAT Summit - a cross-sector arena celebrating creativity and innovation for hope towards the 17 Global Goals and beyond. The program consisted of art, dance, science, music, talks, thoughts, workshops and contemplation.

The day took place at the iconic venue Vega in Copehagen for a truly beautiful immersive experience.

On the eve of Stockholm+50, HEART 17 in partnership with the Permanent mission of Sweden to the United Nations audaciously turned the UN building in New York City into a beacon of hope.

The vibrant and expressive film, Human Interest, was projected onto the Nasdaq screen at Times Square, New York and shown on thousands of New York City LINK screens as well as in selected H&M stores cross the US.

Also shared by key partners such as H&M Foundation, EY and Epidemic Sound cross communication channels. All to inspire and send the message of putting focus on the need for youth inclusion to build hope towards our common future. One message, many voices. Amplified.

Working with Epidemic Sound’s roster of global, up-and-coming musicians, HEART 17 turned the Global Goals into music that can be used by partners in their creative expressions supporting the goals.

The vibrant and expressive film, Human Interest, was projected onto the Nasdaq screen at Times Square, New York and shown on thousands of New York City LINK screens as well as in selected H&M stores cross the US.

Also shared by key partners such as H&M Foundation, EY and Epidemic Sound cross communication channels. All to inspire and send the message of putting focus on the need for youth inclusion to build hope towards our common future.

Exploration in partnership with Creator Studio – part of the H&M Group, we worked across-silos between recognized artists, creators and changemakers to spread the message of advancement towards the Global Goals. The collection consisted of unique artworks, printed on demand.

Proceeds to initiatives supported by United Nations Development Programme. A pop-up store was set up at Fotografiska Stockholm and at Paris Fashion Week, visitors could, using AR, create their own design.

Creators & artists: Maxida Märak, Emil Henrohn, Mats Gustafson, Umang Dhingra, Jacob Felländer, Moa Bartling, Jesper Waldersten, Emily Copeland, Sandra Planeta

In the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, HEART 17 activated its partner relationships with H&M, Mojang and Spotify to instill in their audiences safe practices during the pandemic. A campaign that reached over 10 million people.

HEARTBEAT is the yearly summit for UN World Creativity and Innovation Day, a cross-silo celebration for hope and progress towards the Global Goals and beyond. Art, dance, science, music, talks, thoughts, workshops and contemplation.

April 21st 2022, at Fotografiska in Stockholm, HEART 17 ran the first Heartbeat summit, exploring the themes of activism and hope with some of Sweden’s most well known artists.

UN World Creativity and Innovation Day powered by HEART 17. During the pandemic we explored ways of working to highlight creativity and youth voices as a key to change. Inspiration by launching heart17.com as a digital platform for hope and action.

In collaboration with The Royal Swedish Opera, Stockholm Art Week, UNDP (United Nations Development Programme) and EY Doberman we are celebrating culture, creativity and collaboration. Reaching around nine millions people.

In 2021, HEART 17 participated in the WORLD EXPO in Dubai, specifically in the Swedish Pavilion known as "The Forest", to amplify the importance of accelerating the Global Goals. They achieved this by broadcasting testimonials from thirteen global changemakers and youth leaders, effectively amplifying their voices across various sectors.

Testimonials from: Jan Eliasson (Former Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations), Mitzi Jonelle Tan (Fridays For Future), Nkosi Nyathi (UNICEF), Isabelle Axelsson (Fridays For Future), Sergio Reynaga (UNICEF), Timoci Naulusala (UNICEF), Thanaa Hesham (UNDP), Nicki Becker (Fridays For Future), Majd Assi (UNDP), Zenanile Dlamini (UNDP), Shaan Kumar (UNDP), Sissa Pagels (Young Innovation Hub), Anna Cecilia Meyer (Swedish Royal Opera)