United Kingdom, April 15 -- David Beckham has launched a global fundraising campaign with UNICEF to support vulnerable girls across the world.

The former footballer and father-of-four announced the campaign on Tuesday (15.04.25) as part of a month-long series of events leading up to his 50th birthday on 2 May.

Long-time UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador David said in a statement online: "We are witnessing a global funding crisis where the most vulnerable children are suffering the most and urgently need our help."

The appeal aims to raise funds to protect girls and adolescent girls from child marriage, female genital mutilation, violence and abuse.

It will also spotlight the voices of young women around the world through takeovers of David's...