UNICEF is proud to work with a number of celebrity supporters from the world of sport, including David Beckham, Sir Alex Ferguson and Matt Dawson.

 
 
  • David Beckham vists a therapeutic feeding centre in Makeni, Sierra Leone © UNICEF/HQ08-0078/David Turnley

    David Beckham OBE, Goodwill Ambassador David Beckham has actively supported UNICEF since his days at Manchester United. In 2005 he became a Goodwill Ambassador with a special focus on UNICEF’s Sport for Development programme.

  • Matt Dawson meets Johanna who has lost 6 daughters because of AIDS © UNICEF/2009/Karin Schermbrucker

    Matt Dawson MBE, UNICEF UK Ambassador Former England rugby player Matt Dawson first supported UNICEF UK in 2004 when he attended a 'Check Out for Children' event. He has also supported UNICEF's Unite for Children, Unite against AIDS campaign. 

  • UNICEF Ambassador Sir Alex Ferguson © Manchester United/2007/ John Peters

    Sir Alex Ferguson CBE, UNICEF UK Ambassador Since UNICEF and Manchester United's 'United for UNICEF' partnership was launched in 1999, Sir Alex has played an active role in many fundraising and advocacy events. He is a committed supporter of UNICEF’s work to promote children’s rights.