Sunday, February 6, 2011

Natalie Portman to the rescue of young Kenyan girls

Natalie Portman, pregnant proves that you can have both a big belly and a big heart. The actress, nominated for an Oscar for her role in The Black Swan, has decided to engage in lutra against poverty. The beautiful brunette has indeed launch the contest The Power of a Girl in association with Free The Children.

Objective: To promote and develop the education of girls in the poorest countries. And why Natalie Portman was a brilliant idea: to involve young British, Canadian and American between 13 and 21 years to collect as much money as possible. The actress explained her commitment: "Women represent 70% of the poverty in the world.

The development of girls' education is one of the best ways to stop this phenomenon. I am delighted to work with Free The Children and very excited to see the kids (...) help girls from Kenya, to help them realize their dreams. " Young people have until May 1 to find the most money possible.

With this money, they help students Kisaruni, one of two schools for girls in Kenya. A school that was created with funds from the association. A month later, he who has helped to Free The Children to raise the most money will be rewarded by being offered a trip to Kenya, but also the dress worn by Natalie Portman at the premiere of The Black Swan .

Like what, sequins and generosity can sometimes mix ...

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