Grammys 2022 will feature special segment on Ukraine to raise awareness

The Grammys event on Sunday will feature a special segment on the ongoing war in Ukraine, the Recording Academy announced Saturday. The segment is planned in partnership with Global Citizen and the Stand Up For Ukraine campaign.

The special segment at the 64th annual show is aimed at raising awareness about the country’s ongoing crisis. No other details about the segment were announced.

“We are heartbroken by the situation in Ukraine, yet still moved by the resilient spirit on display there every day,” Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason jr. said in a statement. “We hope the segment inspires our worldwide audience to get involved to support these critical humanitarian efforts.” 

Also Read | Grammys 2022: Looking back at all Taylor Swift wins and nominations

“History has shown us that conflict and poverty are closely interconnected, resulting in the weakening of the rule of law, a collapse in economic development and often catastrophic humanitarian situations. There is no doubt that the conflict in Ukraine has led to a humanitarian crisis – members of Global Citizen saw this ourselves at the Ukrainian-Polish border,” added Global Citizen CEO Hugh Evans. “Millions have fled their homes, with millions more likely on their way. Global Citizen has a history of responding rapidly to humanitarian crises, and this is no different. We’re calling for an immediate end to this crisis, and the provision of immediate financing to support refugee relief efforts not just in Ukraine but around the world.”

Host Trevor Noah told the Associated Press in March that this year’s show was “going to find the right place and the right space to do something.”

Also Read | Grammys 2022 predictions: Billie Eilish, H.E.R. and more could make history

“It’s one of those interesting balances in life we try to achieve, which is acknowledging what’s happening in the world whilst allowing yourself the grace to celebrate some of the moments that are also going on,” he said.

A “Stand Up For Ukraine” pledge summit alongside European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was announced for April 9 by the Global Citizen.

The event was planned to bring the spotlight on mobilizing funding to support humanitarian efforts for Ukraine and to show solidarity with refugees around the globe.

Millions of people have been displaced since Russia invaded Ukraine on Feb. 24.

The show of solidarity wasn’t only for those displaced in the current Ukrainian crisis, but also those in Yemen, South Sudan and Afghanistan.