Mandhana gets new role at UNICEF, says 'every child deserves to dream big'

UNICEF India on Sunday named Indian women’s cricket captain Smriti Mandhana as its Celebrity Advocate on the occasion of the International Day of the Girl.Through this role, she will promote equal opportunities for girls and support efforts to improve their health, well-being, education and leadership."I am deeply honoured to join UNICEF India as a Celebrity Advocate. Growing up playing cricket taught me that every dream begins with an opportunity. With hard work, determination, and encouragement, that opportunity can turn into something extraordinary. Every child and young person deserves the chance to dream big and reach their full potential," Mandhana said.Focus on girls’ rights and opportunitiesMandhana has previously supported UNICEF-ICC campaigns promoting gender equality and life skills, along with UNICEF’s Promise to Children campaign.