Gucci has been a leader in the responsible luxury movement for over a decade through its partnerships with UNICEF. In their 10-year partnership, Gucci's support has helped UNICEF train over 8,700 teachers, construct nearly 300 classrooms and over 1,800 sanitation facilities in schools, benefiting over 7.5 million children in Africa and Asia. UNICEF's executive director praised Gucci for its commitment to improving children's lives and education opportunities through the partnership. Gucci also founded the global Chime for Change campaign in 2013 to promote gender equality.