List of UNESCO’s-2011 goodwill ambassadors

UNESCO’s (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) appoints individuals as Goodwill Ambassadors to promote its mission and values, raise awareness about its programs, and mobilize resources for its activities. It Goodwill Ambassadors are prominent individuals from various fields, including education, arts, science, sports, and entertainment, who have demonstrated a strong commitment to UNESCO’s goals and objectives. Here is a list of some of the most notable Goodwill Ambassadors.

1. Audrey Azoulay – Audrey Azoulay is the Director-General of and the first woman to hold the position. She has been actively involved in promoting UNESCO’s mission to protect and promote cultural diversity and sustainable development.
2. Herbie Hancock – Herbie Hancock is a renowned American jazz pianist and composer who has been a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador since 2011. He advocates for the role of arts and music in promoting peace, cultural understanding, and sustainable development.
3. Princess Firyal of Jordan – Princess Firyal of Jordan is a philanthropist and art collector who has been a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador since 1992. She works to promote the preservation of cultural heritage, education, and gender equality.
4. Yo-Yo Ma – Yo-Yo Ma is a world-famous cellist who has been a Goodwill Ambassador since 2006. He is a strong advocate for the role of arts and culture in promoting intercultural dialogue and social cohesion.
5. Forest Whitaker – Forest Whitaker is an American actor and filmmaker who has been a UNESCO’s Goodwill Ambassador since 2011. He works to promote peace building, conflict resolution, and the protection of cultural heritage.
6. Angélique Kidjo – Angélique Kidjo is a Grammy-winning singer and songwriter from Benin who has been a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador since 2002. She advocates for education, gender equality, and the preservation of cultural heritage.
7. Lang Lang – Lang Lang is a Chinese pianist who has been a Goodwill Ambassador since 2013. He advocates for the role of music education in promoting social inclusion, creativity, and innovation.
8. Manu Dibango – Manu Dibango was a Cameroonian saxophonist and composer who was a UNESCO’s Goodwill Ambassador until his passing in 2020. He worked to promote intercultural dialogue, education, and the preservation of cultural heritage.
9. Marianna V. Vardinoyannis – Marianna V. Vardinoyannis is a Greek philanthropist and humanitarian who has been a UNESCO’s Goodwill Ambassador since 1999. She advocates for children’s rights, health, and education, as well as the protection of cultural heritage.
10. Sebastião Salgado – Sebastião Salgado is a Brazilian photographer who has been a Goodwill Ambassador since 2019. He works to raise awareness about environmental issues, sustainable development, and the preservation of cultural heritage.
11. Michaelle Jean – Michaelle Jean is a Canadian diplomat and former Governor General of Canada who has been a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador since 2005. She works to promote education, gender equality, and the preservation of cultural heritage.
12. Yuna Kim – Yuna Kim is a retired South Korean figure skater who has been a Goodwill Ambassador since 2010. She advocates for the role of sports and physical activity in promoting health, education, and social inclusion.
13. Princess Laurentien of the Netherlands – Princess Laurentien of the Netherlands is an author and literacy advocate who has been a UNESCO’s Goodwill Ambassador since 2009. She works to promote literacy, education, and the preservation of cultural heritage.
14. Nelson Mandela – Nelson Mandela was a South African anti-apartheid revolutionary, politician, and philanthropist

UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization)

UNESCO’s (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) appoints individuals as Goodwill Ambassadors to promote its mission and values, raise awareness about its programs, and mobilize resources for its activities. IT Goodwill Ambassadors are prominent individuals from various fields, including education, arts, science, sports, and entertainment, who have demonstrated a strong commitment to goals and objectives. Here is a list of some notable UNESCO Goodwill Ambassadors:

1. Audrey Azoulay – Director-General of UNESCO’s.
2. Herbie Hancock – American jazz pianist and composer.
3. Princess Firyal of Jordan – Philanthropist and art collector.
4. Yo-Yo Ma – World-famous cellist.
5. Forest Whitaker – American actor and filmmaker.
6. Angélique Kidjo – Grammy-winning singer and songwriter from Benin.
7. Lang Lang – Chinese pianist.
8. Manu Dibango – Cameroonian saxophonist and composer.
9. Marianna V. Vardinoyannis – Greek philanthropist and humanitarian.
10. Sebastião Salgado – Brazilian photographer.
11. Michaelle Jean – Canadian diplomat and former Governor General of Canada.
12. Yuna Kim – Retired South Korean figure skater.
13. Princess Laurentien of the Netherlands – Author and literacy advocate.
14. Nelson Mandela – South African anti-apartheid revolutionary, politician, and philanthropist.