Bollywood’s lovely Aishwarya Rai-Bachchan is now an International UN Goodwill Ambassador, specifically for the UNAIDS (United Nations programme on HIV/AIDS). Doing so, Ms. Rai-Bachchan is following the footsteps of friend and fellow star, Preity Zinta, as well as Hollywood actress and Oscar nominee, Naomi Watts, and many other influential celebrity activists.

Wondering what the beauty has to say about this new responsibility? At the press conference, she said, ““I will initially be like a student, holding the hand of the organization which will lead me to the real picture on the ground.”

Later, Aishwarya went on to say, “I don’t want to be just a poster girl, don’t want to be just part of a platform that will have my face and quotes and voice. By coming on board, I hope to give further impetus to the work that UNAIDS has done and further contribute to the help spread the message. This is a turning point in my life.”

What a fantastic story, right? Hearts are warmed at Aishwarya’s genuine concern for the UN and for making a difference.

By: Brittney Schering

source: http://www.desihits.com / Home> News / September 29th, 2012