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2011 annual meeting of UNESCO’s Honorary and Goodwill Ambassadors

UNESCO’s work and how internationally-renowned personalities can help the Organization meet its objectives will be the subject of the 12th annual meeting of UNESCO’s Goodwill Ambassadors, 16 October, UNESCO Headquarters.
The Goodwill Ambassadors are eminent personalities who spread the ideals of UNESCO and promote its activities around their world through their name and fame. Several are linked to specific programmes of the Organization, while others take part in special events such as concerts or exhibitions to raise funds for UNESCO or launch projects such as local radio stations or scientific workshops. Goodwill Ambassadors also participate in campaigns to promote education, the struggle against HIV and AIDS and protection of street children.