Goodwill

Malaysian squash star appointed Goodwill Ambassador for UN development agency

Emerging international squash star Nicol David of Malaysia, recently appointed a National Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has pledged to reach out to her countrymen on harnessing information and communications technology (ICT) to improve education.

Celebrity advocates wrap-up UN forum

Ending two days of meetings at United Nations Headquarters in New York, group of celebrity advocates said today that their involvement in UN-related efforts was motivated by the opportunity to spread a positive message and promote a better understanding of complex global issues.

Annan hails contributions of celebrity advocates to UN causes

Hailing the contributions of celebrity advocates to United Nations causes, Secretary-General Kofi Annan today urged them to continue to use their talents to improve understanding of important global issues and to help the UN make the world a better place.

Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani named UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) today appointed famed Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani as the agency's newest Goodwill Ambassador.

Ronaldo set to make return to soccer pitch as Goodwill Ambassador for UNDP

Football superstar Ronaldo will make his return to competitive soccer in his role as Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in an upcoming match in Milan dedicated to fighting poverty.