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Cricket Star Smriti Mandhana Becomes UNICEF India Celebrity Advocate for Children
✍️ Free Press Journal
🗓 12 Oct 2026, 09:33 AM
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International cricketer Smriti Mandhana has been appointed as a UNICEF India celebrity advocate, tasked with promoting children’s right to dream big.
Smriti Mandhana, a leading figure in Indian women's cricket, has been named a celebrity advocate for UNICEF India. The appointment was announced by UNICEF as part of its ongoing effort to amplify the voices of children across the country.
In her new role, Mandhana will work with the organization to raise awareness about the importance of education, health and protection for every child, encouraging them to pursue their aspirations without barriers. She will feature in campaigns, public events and digital outreach aimed at mobilising support from the public and private sectors.
UNICEF highlighted Mandhana's own journey—from a small town in Gujarat to the global cricket arena—as an inspiring example of how talent and determination can overcome socio‑economic challenges. The partnership is expected to leverage her popularity to reach a wider youth audience and drive concrete actions for child welfare.
Mandhana, who has previously supported various social causes, said she is honoured to join UNICEF’s mission and looks forward to contributing to a future where every child can dream big and achieve their goals.
In her new role, Mandhana will work with the organization to raise awareness about the importance of education, health and protection for every child, encouraging them to pursue their aspirations without barriers. She will feature in campaigns, public events and digital outreach aimed at mobilising support from the public and private sectors.
UNICEF highlighted Mandhana's own journey—from a small town in Gujarat to the global cricket arena—as an inspiring example of how talent and determination can overcome socio‑economic challenges. The partnership is expected to leverage her popularity to reach a wider youth audience and drive concrete actions for child welfare.
Mandhana, who has previously supported various social causes, said she is honoured to join UNICEF’s mission and looks forward to contributing to a future where every child can dream big and achieve their goals.