UNICEF Goodwill Ambassadors

Shining a spotlight on the needs and aspirations of the world's children

UNICEF Goodwill Ambassadors standing infront of a UNICEF branded backdrop
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Goodwill Ambassadors are among the most recognizable faces of UNICEF. As prominent personalities from the worlds of art, music, film, sport and more, they play a critical role in shining a light on the challenges children face around the globe. Goodwill Ambassadors volunteer their time to raise awareness and mobilize support, helping UNICEF to reach the most disadvantaged children and adolescents with lifesaving help and hope.

UNICEF was one of the first organizations to enlist Goodwill Ambassadors. In 1954, Danny Kaye pioneered the role as Ambassador-at-Large, paving the way for Audrey Hepburn, Sir Roger Moore and the distinguished roster we boast today.

Current Goodwill Ambassadors

Current Goodwill Ambassadors

Meet more ambassadors and advocates

Meet more ambassadors and advocates

Meet UNICEF’s two Eminent Advocates who volunteer their time and passion to help us focus worldwide attention on children’s rights.

>Her Majesty Queen Rania Al Abdullah of Jordan

>Her Royal Highness Grand Duchess of Luxembourg Maria Teresa

UNICEF's Global Champions are dedicated to advocating worldwide for a specific area of work affecting children's rights.

> Pau Gasol

Read tributes to the distinguished individuals who paved the way for UNICEF’s current and alumni ambassadors.

>Audrey Hepburn

>Danny Kaye

>Sir Roger Moore

>Sir Peter Ustinov

>Lord Richard Attenborough

>Harry Belafonte

>Sebastião Salgado

 

See the complete roster of dedicated ambassadors who serve in their home countries and regions.

>View Regional and National Ambassadors

 

Meet some of UNICEF's youth advocates around the world.

>View Youth Advocates