The K-pop phenomenon SEVENTEEN is not just making music; they’re making history! These 13 heartthrobs attended a fancy nomination shindig on Wednesday (June 26) at the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, France. There, they were crowned as UNESCO’s first-ever Goodwill Ambassadors for Youth. Talk about leveling up!
Decked out in their finest threads, SEVENTEEN took the stage and shared the secret sauce of their success: strong companionship and a love for late-night snacks. They hyped up the dreams of youths around the world, reminding everyone that even boy bands have bedtime routines.
Joshua, one of the group’s charming members, expressed their gratitude with a heartfelt speech. “We’re beyond thrilled to be recognized for our relentless efforts and the passion we’ve poured into making youth everywhere feel seen and heard. As your new Ambassadors for Youth, we’re here to sprinkle the magic of friendship and help build youth communities that are as solid as our synchronized dance moves!”
He continued, “Our dreams are a group project, and we’re determined to give back all the love you’ve showered us with. Let’s create a global youth community that thrives on mutual love and support. And snacks. Never forget the snacks.”
UNESCO’s head honcho, Audrey Azoulay, chimed in with her own enthusiastic support. “We’re absolutely over the moon to join forces with SEVENTEEN, our dazzling new Goodwill Ambassadors for Youth. These K-pop icons are masters at uplifting and inspiring young souls everywhere. Together, SEVENTEEN and UNESCO will champion youth-led projects in creativity, well-being, and maybe even break a few world records in the process.”
And because no grand gesture is complete without a hefty check, SEVENTEEN will be donating a cool $1 million to the Global Youth Grant Scheme with UNESCO. This marks a new chapter in their #GoingTogether campaign, aimed at funding youth-led initiatives and turning dreams into reality faster than you can say “K-pop sensation.”
So grab your popcorn, settle in, and watch the full ceremony unfold. It’s SEVENTEEN’s world, and we’re just living in it!