Angelina Jolie is not only known for her blockbuster hits, but also for her charity work. She has recently written an article for Time Magazine pleading with the UN to take action on the Darfur crisis.
“Friday is a defining moment in the history of justice. The members of the United Nations Security Council will be presented with the results of the International Criminal Court’s Darfur investigation — an investigation that they requested,” Angelina Jolie writes.
Angelina Jolie is also co-chair with Brad Pitt of the Jolie-Pitt foundation and has always been an advocate of world affairs.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Celebrities as Advocates
- There is an opportunity for more celebrities to use their platform to advocate for important issues and bring attention to causes that need it.
- Journalism/content by Non-traditional Journalists
- There is a growing trend of non-traditional journalists, like celebrities, contributing to major news outlets that should be leveraged for new perspectives and diverse content.
- Impactful Content Creation
- Opportunities exist for creating content that highlights important issues and encourages action, rather than just serving as entertainment.
Sectors Adopting This
- Media and Entertainment
- The media and entertainment industry can leverage the influence and reach of celebrities to produce impactful content that brings attention to important issues.
- Philanthropy
- Philanthropic organizations can partner with celebrities to bring attention to their causes and inspire action from a wider audience.
- News and Journalism
- Traditional news outlets can benefit from the unique perspectives offered by non-traditional journalists, especially those with large followings like celebrities.
