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Kesha Recognized by Humane Society

andPOP Staff — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 17:37:11 +0000

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Kesha has been recognized by the Humane Society as the first ever Humane Society International Global Ambassador. Within this role, she is responsible for promoting respect, protection, and compassion for animals around the world.

Kesha said, “I am honored to be the first HSI Global Ambassador because my music is inspired by the freedom and primal beauty of animals and the natural world. I take this opportunity incredibly seriously because we are ALL animals. One of the main underlying sentiments of my music is to respect all living creatures just as they are. I believe that together, we can change laws that allow innocent animals to be unjustly mistreated and abused all over the world.”

HSI vice president Kitty Block echoed Kesha’s sentiments, saying, “We believe compassion for animals is a basic human condition that needs to be encouraged and celebrated. Kesha, with her passion for animals and international recognition is in a unique position to help us create a worldwide culture of compassion for animals.”

Ironically, Kesha’s debut album is called “Animal.” How appropriate.

Avril Lavigne To Be Canadian Ambassador At 2010 World Expo

Eva Lam — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 04:19:19 +0000

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Avril Lavigne has been chosen to represent Canada as an ambassador at the 2010 World Expo in Shanghai, China.

The Napanee, Ont., native announced her new gig in a MySpace blog entry Monday. “It’s really exciting as it’s the first time China has ever hosted World Expo and the theme is ‘Better City, Better Life,’” she wrote.

“I’ve played 2 shows in Shanghai. It’s a great city and i look forward to visiting again next year.”

According to the singer, more than 200 countries and international organisations will come together at the event to “create a better future for the world.” Expo 2010 is slated to run from May 1 to Oct. 31 next year and is expected to attract 70 million visitors.

Lavigne, whose most recent studio album was 2007′s “The Best Damn Thing,” is hugely popular in Asia and has even recorded portions of some of her songs in Mandarin.

Last month, the 24-year-old travelled to London to launch her latest project, a fragrance called “Black Star.”

Kelly Rowland Appointed ‘Staying Alive’ Ambassador

andPOP Staff — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 08:01:47 +0000

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Kelly Rowland has officially been appointed 2008 Ambassador for the MTV Staying Alive Foundation.

The foundation empowers young people who are working to eliminate HIV and AIDS in their communities.

“I am honoured to work with The Staying Alive Foundation in its mission to transform attitudes to HIV and AIDS around the world,” the Destiny’s Child alum commented in a press release. “The Foundation continues to recognize and reward young people whose relentless mission is to encourage, educate and empower their peers in the fight against HIV and AIDS. I am excited to be a part of this remarkable initiative and look forward to supporting Staying Alive in all its efforts to change the prevailing culture of ignorance which fosters and perpetuates this disease.”

Rowland will kick off her first solo tour and new role simultaneously, when she visits Africa in June. There she will visit tour some of the grassroots projects supported by the Foundation.

Her new album, ‘Ms Kelly Deluxe’, will be released May 12.