It’s a good day to be a fan of Emma Watson. First, you woke up to news that JK Rowling has brought Hermione and company back to (adult) life in a new short story. And now you’re learning that Watson has been named Goodwill Ambassador for U.N. Women. U.N. Women is a branch of the United Nations devoted to gender equality, and Watson has the honor of becoming the first appointment under Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, who became U.N. Women’s executive director in 2013. “Women’s rights are something so inextricably linked with who I am, so deeply personal and rooted in my life that I can’t imagine an opportunity more exciting,” Watson said in a statement, adding: “I still have so much to learn, but as I progress I hope to bring more of my individual knowledge, experience and awareness to this role.” Watson joins Angelina Jolie as a U.N. Goodwill Ambassador. 24 Beautiful Photos of Emma Watson 1. Happy Birthday, Emma Watson! Who doesn’t totally adore Emma Watson! We honor the birthday girl here with 24 gorgeous photos.
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Emma Watson Announced as Goodwill Ambassador for U.N. Women
