Exploring Selena Gomez’s humanitarian efforts across the globe

Selena Gomez rose to fame in her role on a sitcom on Disney Channel. Since releasing her debut album ‘Stars Dance’ in 2013, she has become a global star. Many of her albums topped the Billboard 200 and Hot 100.

Beyond her musical and acting career, Selena also has a makeup and cosmetics company, Rare Beauty, inspired by her third studio album, Rare. There is one more reason behind the entrepreneur’s rising global popularity. It’s her humanitarian efforts.

Since 2009, Selena has been a dedicated UNICEF ambassador, participating in numerous campaigns on behalf of the UN organisation to protect communities susceptible to different challenges, such as conflict, hunger and climate change.

Selena Gomez starting Rare Impact Fund to bring change

Selena is a strong supporter of the UNICEF Tap Project, and has also played the role of an official spokesperson for Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF on multiple occasions. The artist has also been part of numerous charity concerts to raise funds for the organisation.

Selena Gomez started the Rare Impact Fund as part of her commitment to addressing mental health and self-acceptance. The Fund seeks to mobilise $100 million in contributions for youth mental health.

“Mental health is personal for me,” she noted. The Rare Impact Fund is a commitment to expanding access to mental health support and education for young people globally – because no one – regardless of age, race or gender – should struggle alone.

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