UNICEF India chosen Ayushmann Khurrana national ambassador

New Delhi: UNICEF India on Saturday named Hindi film star Ayushmann Khurrana as its national ambassador.

The 38-year-old actor has previously served as UNICEF India’s celebrity advocate for ending violence against children and the broader child rights agenda.
As a national ambassador, Khurrana will help UNICEF ensure every child’s right to “live, thrive, be safe, as well as promote their voice and agency in these decisions,” a press release said. will do what concerns them.”

The actor said that he is proud to take his advocacy for children’s rights further with UNICEF India as a National Ambassador.
“I am passionate about the issues facing children and adolescents in India. As UNICEF’s celebrity advocate, I have interacted with children and advocated on internet safety, cyberbullying, mental health, and gender equality. has spoken
In a statement, the actor said, “In this new role with UNICEF, I will be a strong voice for children’s rights, especially on issues that affect them the most, the most vulnerable. for solution”.

UNICEF India Representative Cynthia McCaffrey said Khurrana’s work as a celebrity advocate has helped her expand and advance her work to protect children’s rights.
“He is one of India’s biggest film stars, and we are delighted that she is using this powerful voice to stand up for children and challenge harmful social norms and gender stereotypes. A voice that resonates in its sensitivity and passion with UNICEF’s work and ethos.
“We look forward to working with him on the most important children’s rights issues of our time to end violence, mental well-being, and gender equality and a better future for every child,” said McCaffrey.