UNICEF calls for young ambassadors via Lach & Friends [Video]

UNICEF Aotearoa is on a quest to discover the voices of the future and has teamed up with Lach & Friends to make it happen.

The ‘Show Us Your Voice’ campaign is on the lookout for passionate Young Ambassadors, aged 17-24, who want to make a difference in Aotearoa, the Pacific, and beyond.

Chris Coromandel, Head of New Zealand Programmes and Advocacy, says this is an excellent opportunity for young people to stand up, represent their community, and raise awareness on important issues such as climate change and equality.  

“We’ve seen the devastating impacts of cyclone Gabrielle as it ripped through Aotearoa, and more than 1 billion children are at high risk of climate hazards worldwide,” says Coromandel. “We need to ensure that young people are included in discussions as it’s their generation which will be most affected.” 

“When you join UNICEF, you’re becoming part of a globally connected whanau. …