Sri Lanka, Dec. 21 -- Although the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were launched in 2015 by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), knowledge and awareness on them countrywide are almost nil. Recognising the need to enlighten Sri Lankans on the collection of these global goals, Ashan Perera, founder of youth-led volunteer movement 'Road to Rights,' came up with the idea of introducing SDG Celebrity Ambassadors. The launch took place on December 15 at Independence Square.

"Celebrities have a huge fan-following and are able to disseminate knowledge of SDGs, advocate, inspire and empower people," Mr. Perera said. Some Celebrity Ambassadors shared their thoughts on the goals they were advocating for.

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