MUMBAI: Bollywood star Ayushmann Khurrana consistently aims to bring constructive, positive changes in society with his progressive, conversation-starter entertainers.
Ayushmann has been recently appointed as UNICEF’s Celebrity Advocate for their global campaign EVAC (Ending Violence Against Children). On National Youth Day on Wednesday, Ayushmann has a special message towards curbing violence against children.
In his message, he said, “The National Youth Day is yet another opportunity for all of us to commit ourselves to one important issue. As we begin this year, let’s join hands to end violence against children everywhere. Violence, as we know affects children everywhere and in all aspects of their lives. Many young people today may have faced violence as children.”
He also talked about building a culture of tolerance in homes, schools and social networks. “I want to reiterate that violence and bullying in all its forms is unacceptable. We must build a culture of tolerance and respect and ensure that our homes, schools and social networks are safe places for children. As UNICEF’s celebrity advocate for ending violence against children, I hope that together, we can make a difference,” he added.
Ayushmann also shared UNICEF’s agenda for the year with regard to the youth of India. “UNICEF works towards ensuring the rights of all children, everywhere, including their right to physical and mental well-being. This is even more important in the context of COVID-19, when the impact of the pandemic has made more children vulnerable to violence and exploitation, including in the online environment,” he explained.