Yahoo Lifestyle Emma Watson Appointed UN Women Goodwill Ambassador
Emma Watson may have been involved in some wacky hijinks with Jennifer Lawrence yesterday, but the 24-year old actress also had some important news to share.
Watson has just been named a UN Women's Goodwill Ambassador, an honour given to high-profile figures active in humanitarian roles.
"Being asked to serve as [a] UN Women's Goodwill Ambassador is truly humbling," Watson said of the appointment. "The chance to make a real difference is not an opportunity that everyone is given and is one I have no intention of taking lightly.
"Women's rights are something so inextricably linked with who I am, so deeply personal and rooted in my life, that I can't imagine an opportunity more exciting."
While she admitted to having "so much to learn," Watson said she hoped to bring her "individual knowledge, experience and awareness" to the role.
The Harry Potter star has been working to promote education access for girls in Zambia and Bangladesh for the last couple of years.
The Executive Director of UN Women, Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, said it was an "honour" to have the actress with her on the team.
"The engagement of young people is critical for the advancement of gender equality in the 21st century," she said. "I am convinced that Emma's intellect and passion will enable UN Women's messages to reach the hearts and minds of young people globally."
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