6 Ways 'VAX LIVE' Is Keeping Attendees Safe at SoFi Stadium
The health and safety of everyone in attendance is a top priority.
More than 43% of the United States’ total population has received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, and the rate of immunized citizens will keep rising in the days and weeks ahead.
The historic vaccination campaign is all thanks to the hard work and determination of health care workers who have relentlessly protected and cared for people around the country.
To celebrate the heroic efforts of those health care workers, Global Citizen has invited them to attend VAX LIVE: A Concert to Reunite the World, which will be filmed on May 2 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. The event will bring together artists, entertainers, world leaders, and more to ensure equitable vaccine distribution around the world, inspire confidence in COVID-19 vaccines, and celebrate a hopeful future.
Hosted by multi-platinum recording artist, actress, and producer Selena Gomez, the VAX LIVE special will feature musical performances by Jennifer Lopez, Eddie Vedder, Foo Fighters, J Balvin, and H.E.R. Special guests from around the world will also speak about the importance of vaccine equity, including VAX LIVE campaign chairs Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Ben Affleck, Chrissy Teigen, David Letterman, Gayle King, Jimmy Kimmel, Nomzamo Mbatha, Olivia Munn, Sean Penn, and more.
As the first large-scale music event for a COVID-19-compliant audience of fully vaccinated frontline health care and essential workers, VAX LIVE is sure to be cathartic and celebratory for guests in attendance.
But we know the threat of COVID-19 has not yet abated — infections and cases are still high throughout the US and the world. That’s why we’re taking rigorous action to adhere to the latest health protocols to ensure everyone in attendance is safe.
Here are six ways we’ll be keeping everyone at VAX LIVE safe.
1. COVID-19 Safety Plans Designed by Experts
We have an in-depth COVID-19 safety and compliance plan, designed and supervised by iCrowd and Dr. Stuart Weiss, a highly respected expert on COVID-19 and live events, as well as CrowdRX, an event safety group founded and staffed by highly trained MDs, paramedics, EMTs, and other medical support personnel.
We're also working closely with LA County and the State of California to ensure a safe and enjoyable event for everyone. We’re following all of the latest guidelines with regard to capacity at the venue and testing protocols to ensure the entire crew and audience are as safe as can be. We have statements of support from California Gov. Gavin Newsom; Dr. Barbara Ferrer, director of the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health; and Mayor of Los Angeles Eric Garcetti.
2. Vaccine Requirements
All attendees are required to have been fully vaccinated by April 18. On the day of the concert, they’ll bring with them their official vaccination card noting the dates of their vaccines, vaccine type, and lot number, or a photo of their vaccine cards. Ticket-holders are also encouraged to verify their vaccine cards ahead of the show, and will receive a vaccine verification bracelet.
All COVID-19 vaccines available in the US have been shown to substantially reduce the likelihood of a severe COVID-19 infection and minimize COVID-19 transmission. By requiring everyone in attendance to get vaccinated well in advance, we’re ensuring that VAX LIVE will be limiting risk.
3. Mask Mandates
While early data suggests that vaccinated people are unlikely to transmit COVID-19, we’re following all of the CDC's recommended precautions, which include that vaccinated people should still wear masks at live performances and events. Throughout VAX LIVE, everyone will be required to wear a mask to reduce the risk of airborne particles circulating.
Face masks will be required at all times when not eating or drinking. Security will monitor and enforce the rule, and ensure that attendees’ noses and mouths are covered by double-layered disposable or reusable/washable face masks (neck gaiters, bandanas, and masks with vents are not permitted).
Masks have been shown to be highly effective at minimizing the spread of COVID-19.
4. Limited Seating
VAX LIVE won’t resemble the massive concerts you’re used to from before the pandemic, with every seat and standing area filled to the brim. We’ll be following reduced capacity guidelines as set by the state and county. Global Citizen will be following seating guidelines for public events created by health officials, and assigned seating will further ensure that guests are not interacting with too many people.
When guests arrive at SoFi Stadium, they’ll go through security and be assigned a seat in specific zones. Limited seating and assigned seating will allow our staff to manage the flow of people as safely and organized as possible.
5. Hygiene Stations
Guests will have no shortage of spaces to wash and sanitize their hands throughout the event. There are also robust cleaning protocols that SoFi Stadium has implemented and will be followed prior to and throughout VAX LIVE.
Other measures like temperature checks, on-site rapid testing for the working crews, and contact tracing will be in place.
6. Staff and Crew Measures
All Global Citizen staff, show crew, and performers will be prevented from going into general audience zones to minimize interactions and ensure social distancing. Further, the staff and crew underwent regular testing before being able to enter the stadium.
As part of Global Citizen’s Recovery Plan for the World campaign, VAX LIVE: The Concert to Reunite the World will bring together artists, entertainers, world leaders, and more to ensure equitable vaccine distribution around the world, tackle COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy, and celebrate a hopeful future.
Find out how to tune in starting May 8 here, and join us in taking action to end the pandemic and ensure that everyone, everywhere has access to COVID-19 vaccines. Then, head to our multimedia hub VAX BECAUSE to join candid conversations about the pandemic and find answers to your biggest questions about the vaccines.
Want to take home part of the show? Check out our VAX LIVE merch at the Global Citizen official store.
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