She’s so much more than just a singer.
Rihanna is so much more than just a cool gal with some catchy songs. If you follow her on Snapchat or have been to any of her concerts you’ll know that she loves her fun and has a real IDGAF attitude.
But if there’s one thing she does care about, it’s education.
That’s why the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) has just appointed the singer the global ambassador of education.
Honored to join @GPforEducation & @GlblCtzn team! Together w/@ClaraLionelFDN, we'll
make education accessible for all! #EducationCannotWait pic.twitter.com/6bgNsoBhq4— Rihanna (@rihanna) September 24, 2016
According to GPE’s press release, this is what her new title will mean:
“The partnership will advocate for the rights of the over quarter of a billion children and young people who are not in school today and an estimated 330 million who are in school but not learning.
Operating across more than 60 developing countries to ensure that every child receives a quality education, the partnership will prioritise the poorest and most vulnerable, including girls and children affected by conflict and crisis.”
In 2012, Rihanna founded her own charity, the Clara Lionel Foundation, which was set up in memory of her grandparents. It aims to break down barriers and transform the lives of young people globally through education.
This week, the Clara Lionel foundation partnered with GPE to work together.
Speaking of the partnership and her new title, Rihanna said:
“I feel strongly that all children everywhere should be afforded the opportunity of a quality education. Therefore I’m proud to announce Clara Lionel Foundation’s partnership with education advocacy leaders like the Global Partnership for Education and Global Citizen. Working together, I know we can amplify our efforts and ensure that millions of children gain access to education globally.”
