The Grammy-Award winning composer was nominated as the UNHCR’s Goodwill Ambassador and has promised to amplify the voices, skills and talents of refugees in his music.
Ricky Kej named UN Goodwill Ambassador
Published by: Team GI Youth
Published on 12, Dec 2022
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