The charitable contribution is a part of the actor’s mission to help children around the world by providing them opportunities to advance academically and raise their standard of living.
Footwear major Crocs announced today that it is partnering with UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Priyanka Chopra-Jonas to donate 50,000 pairs of the company’s classic clogs to school children in Belize. The charitable contribution is a part of the actor’s mission to help children around the world - those particularly from underserved backgrounds and discriminated communities - by providing them opportunities to advance academically and raise their standard of living.
“As a global ambassador for UNICEF, I’m dedicated to connecting organizations that together can have a large and positive impact on children around the world,” said Priyanka Chopra Jonas. “Working with Crocs to distribute more than 50,000 pairs of their Classic Clogs will have a tremendous impact on school-age children in Belize, reducing barriers to education, and easing social and peer-related stressors that come with not having basic everyday resources that many take for granted,” she added.
Crocs and Priyanka joined hands recently, when the latter was announced as the brand’s ambassador for its 2020 “Come As You Are” marketing campaign. A special feature of the partnership includes joint campaigns with causes that the actor is associated with, including those supporting the UNICEF.
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“At Crocs, we believe being comfortable in your own shoes is a first step to accessing quality education,” said Heidi Cooley, Vice President of Global Marketing, Crocs. “With this donation, we hope to deliver shoes to more than half of the student population attending primary and secondary school classes in Belize, while reducing the financial burden for their families,” Cooley added.
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Belize ranks lowly on most social-economic metrics including education. The Central American nation has lagged due to barriers like poverty, inadequate infrastructure, disability, and societal factors. The first shipment of Crocs – 25,000 pairs – were distributed to students in November by members of UNICEF USA and Crocs. Crocs and Priyanka joined hands recently, when the latter was announced as the brand’s ambassador for its 2020 “Come As You Are” marketing campaign. A special feature of the partnership includes joint campaigns with causes that the actor is associated with, including those supporting the UNICEF. “UNICEF USA is grateful for Crocs’ generous shoe donation to help remove one of the barriers that can hinder school attendance in Belize, especially during early childhood education,” said Gabriella Morris, Senior Vice President of Strategic Partnerships, UNICEF USA.
“Education is essential for children to live to their fullest potential, and together, we can help give each child the opportunity for quality education," she added.
Films, Fashion, Social Cause: Priyanka Chopra's International Transition
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An actor, humanitarian, green crusader, fashionista, singer - Priyanka Chopra dons each hat with elegance and expertise.
She's entertained us with her acting chops, inspired us with her journey, and taught us that dreams do come true. On PeeCee's 36th birthday, here's looking at her Hollywood story.
An actor, humanitarian, green crusader, fashionista, singer - Priyanka Chopra dons each hat with elegance and expertise.
She's entertained us with her acting chops, inspired us with her journey..
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After winning hearts in Bollywood, Chopra went on to conquer international shores. Her first global stint came in 2012 when she launched her international single 'In My City' featuring will.i.am.
The song was an instant hit on home shores, and made it to the top of the charts. She also went on to release another song 'Exotic', this time with rapper Pitbull, in 2013.
After winning hearts in Bollywood, Chopra went on to conquer international shores. Her first global stint came in 2012 when she launched her international single 'In My City' featuring will.i.am.
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An international single was not enough for Chopra, who went on to sign with ABC Studios for 'Quantico', becoming the first South Asian to headline an American network drama series in September 2015.
The actress won the People's Choice Award for Favourite Actress in a New TV Series for her role - the first South Asian actress to do so.
There was much praise for her, and the following year, Chopra won her second People's Choice Award for Favourite Dramatic TV Actress.
An international single was not enough for Chopra, who went on to sign with ABC Studios for 'Quantico', becoming the first South Asian to headline an American network drama series in September 2015..
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In 2016, PeeCee made her way to Hollywood, signing on to play Victoria Leeds in Seth Gordon's 'Baywatch' opposite Dwayne Johnson and Zac Efron. She also starred in 'A Kid Like Jake' alongside Jim Parsons, Claire Danes and Octavia Spencer which didn't create a buzz at the box office.
Currently, she's shooting for Todd Strauss-Schulson's romantic comedy 'Isn't It Romantic?' opposite Liam Hemsworth, Rebel Wilson and Adam DeVine, where she even shot a full dance sequence with the actors. Seems like Hollywood is warming up not just to the desi girl, but the song-and-dance routine too.
In 2016, PeeCee made her way to Hollywood, signing on to play Victoria Leeds in Seth Gordon's 'Baywatch' opposite Dwayne Johnson and Zac Efron. She also starred in 'A Kid Like Jake' alongside Jim P..
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Chopra made her Oscars debut in 2016 in a strapless white Zuhair Murad gown, and has been a regular on most international red-carpet events ever since.
Such was the impact of her debut that in its 2017 annual year in review lists, Google said that her gown was the seventh most-searched Oscar red carpet dress.
Chopra made her Oscars debut in 2016 in a strapless white Zuhair Murad gown, and has been a regular on most international red-carpet events ever since.
Such was the impact of her debut that i..
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Along with Hollywood, came the Western talks shows. From being a regular and eating hot wings on the 'The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon' to making appearances on 'The Ellen Show' and 'Jimmy Kimmel Live', the former Miss World could be spotted everywhere.
But it wasn't just the films and TV shows that kept her going. In 2016, Chopra made it to TIME’s 100 Most Influential People list. On professional networking platform LinkedIn, she has around 497,685 followers.
Along with Hollywood, came the Western talks shows. From being a regular and eating hot wings on the 'The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon' to making appearances on 'The Ellen Show' and 'Jimmy Kimmel..
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From the Brit Royal Wedding in May to the star-studded Ambani bash, Chopra has been spotted at every high-profile event, desi or international. The 'Quantico' star, sure knows how to keep her relationships going, distance and latitudes no bar.
From the Brit Royal Wedding in May to the star-studded Ambani bash, Chopra has been spotted at every high-profile event, desi or international. The 'Quantico' star, sure knows how to keep her relat..
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Chopra was one of the first Indian actors to be invited to the exclusive Met Gala in 2017. Her debut in a Ralph Lauren trench coat-inspired gown won both headlines and memes. And she followed it up this year as well, and yes, it was a Ralph Lauren (though this look was nothing like the last).
It was also at the Met Gala in 2017, that Chopra was first spotted with now-boyfriend, Nick Jonas.
Chopra was one of the first Indian actors to be invited to the exclusive Met Gala in 2017. Her debut in a Ralph Lauren trench coat-inspired gown won both headlines and memes. And she followed it up..
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Even with her busy career in films, Chopra has found time for socially-relevant issues. She was appointed UNICEF’s National Goodwill Ambassador for Child Rights in 2010, and made the International Goodwill Ambassador for Child Rights in 2016.
The actress recently visited the Rohingya refugee camps in Bangladesh, after having travelled to Jordan to meet Syrian children affected by conflict. Sharing details from her visit, the 'Quantico' actress urged people to "be compassionate for the sake of the humanity".
Even with her busy career in films, Chopra has found time for socially-relevant issues. She was appointed UNICEF’s National Goodwill Ambassador for Child Rights in 2010, and made the International ..
