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Haiti - Diplomacy : Petra Nemcova new Goodwill Ambassador
12/06/2012 11:19:32

Friday, at a ceremony at the National Palace, Petra Nemcova, the famous "supermodel" Czech, currently Honorary Consul of Haiti in Prague, received from the President Martelly, its exemplification naming her Goodwill Ambassador of the Republic of Haiti "Petra had already proven her love for the Haitian children by building schools. This appointment formalizes her role to advance the well being of my country, a role in which she has my full support," declared the Head of State.

The ceremony took place in the presence among other of members of Government, the actor Sean Penn, Goodwill Ambassador of Haiti, and various personalities and of Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Laurent Lamothe declared that "It's a great honor to have such a distinguished personality representing the Haitian people and ensuring the global donor community honors their commitments to our country."

The new Goodwill Ambassador, Petra Nemcova thanked the President for the confidence he places in her "It is truly an honor to be of service to the people of a country which I love and that inspires me so much. It will be a joy to show the beauty and share the spirit of Haiti with the world. I am proud to represent Haiti internationally with the goal of facilitating the fulfillment of any outstanding pledges, bringing foreign investment and other opportunities towards a brighter future for Haiti."

Ms. Nemcova, is the Founder and Director of "Happy Hearts Fund" which has undertaken several projects in Haiti, the last being the construction of a kindergarten, "École Nouvelle Zoranje" for Zoranje, for 116 children 3-5 years.

See also :
https://www.haitilibre.com/en/news-4393-haiti-politic-petra-nemcova-appointed-honorary-consul-of-haiti-in-prague.html

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