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Mountain Advocate
Will Gadd, born on 8 March 1967, is a prominent, outstanding Canadian athlete and adventurer and the first person to climb the frozen Niagara Falls and fly over the Grand Canyon on a paraglider among other accomplishments. For more than 30 years Will has been climbing, paragliding and kayaking at high level. He has won international sports competitions, been a…
Global Goodwill Ambassador (2009 - 2013)
“I am delighted to join UNEP in it's mobilization with citizens, governments and companies for the protection of the environment, for we have the duty to act here and now for the planet and inhabitants.” Yann Arthus-Bertrand’s striking aerial photos and videos have caught the attention of millions, awakening them to the beauty of our planet and the need to…
Global Goodwill Ambassador (2013 - 2015)
Yaya Touré is an international football star who plays or Premier English League club Manchester City and the Côte d'Ivoire national team, “The Elephants”. Touré is renowned for combining great vision, passing ability, and physical power with technique. He began his playing career in Côte d’Ivoire at 18, then progressively made his way up to top European clubs.…
