Friday, 11 September 2015

Kate Moss, Erin O'Connor, Luke Evans and Naomie Harris support Save The Children's #MyModelCitizen campaign

'Lucian Freud had a passion for life': Kate Moss shares snap of herself in bed with the artist as she names him as her inspiration for charity campaign

  • Kate Moss is supporting Save The Children's #MyModelCitizen campaign  
  • Erin O'Connor, Luke Evans and Naomie Harris have also taken part 
  • Celebrates people who have helped make the world a better place  
Kate Moss has shared a candid image of herself holding a much treasured photograph of herself in bed with artist Lucian Freud.  
The London-born supermodel has named the iconic painter as her inspiration as part of Save The Children's #MyModelCitizen campaign. The 41-year-old said Lucian, who died in 2011, had a 'passion for life' that she has always admired. 
Model Erin O'Connor, actor Luke Evans and Bond girl Naomie Harris have also pledged support to action/2015, which celebrates the people who are making the world a better place. 
Kate Moss has shared a candid image of her holding a much treasured photograph in bed with artist Lucian Freud for Save The Children's #MyModelCitizen campaign 
Kate Moss has shared a candid image of her holding a much treasured photograph in bed with artist Lucian Freud for Save The Children's #MyModelCitizen campaign 
After submitting the intimate snap, which shows the mother-of-one holding the iconic image that was taken in 2010 by photographer David Dawson, Kate said: 'Lucian was an inspiration to me; he had a passion for life and art that will always stay with me.'
Birmingham-born model Erin O'Connor, 37, chose Save the Children doctor Shella Duggal, who she met on a trip to India. 
'Dr Duggal works hard to help save the lives of children who are suffering from chronic malnutrition, administrating vital lifesaving medicine and advice to families,' she said.
'She is a remarkable woman who is changing lives within her community every single day. I'm supporting action/2015 because I want 2015 to be the year that world leaders commit to eradicating global poverty and preventing needless child deaths from malnutrition.'
Naomie Harris, 39, choose the Dalai Lama for his 'unwavering commitment to peace and equality for all people'. 
She said: 'The idea of collectively being responsible for the well-being of each other – neighbours and strangers alike - is a real inspiration to me and the way I live my life. This year, we all have the opportunity to support this ambition through #action/2015 – let's make it count.' 
Model Erin O'Connor chose Save the Children doctor Shella Duggal, who she met on a trip to India as her #MyModelCitizen
Model Erin O'Connor chose Save the Children doctor Shella Duggal, who she met on a trip to India as her #MyModelCitizen
Welsh actor Luke Evans chose his mother Yvonne Evans
Actress Naomie Harris choose the Dalai Lama for his 'unwavering commitment to peace and equality for all people'
Welsh actor Luke Evans, pictured left, chose his mother, while Bond actress Naomie Harris, right, chose the Dalai Lama 
Meanwhile The Hobbit star Luke Evans chose someone a bit closer to home - his mother. 
'#MyModelCitizen is my mum, Yvonne Evans, for all the work she does caring for my grandparents with such love and compassion,' said the 36-year-old. 
'We all have a responsibility to look after each other, which is why I'm supporting action/2015 – even the smallest of actions can make a huge difference to others around us.'
The launch of #MyModelCitizen comes less than a month before the UN Summit in New York when the new Global Goals will be set, aiming to tackle the biggest issues of our time: poverty, inequality and climate change. 
action/2015 is a growing citizens' movement working to ensure that leaders set and fund the ambitious Global Goals and deliver on their promises to tackle the world's biggest problems – and do something truly transformative for people and planet. 
Freja Beha Erichsen, Tamsin Egerton, Jack Guinness, Malaika Firth, Martha Hunt and Liya Kibede have also pledged their support.  
Freja Beha Erichsen said: 'I have decided to pick an image of Monique Tondoi, a health promotion worker for MSF in Kibera slum in Nairobi, because I greatly admire the work she does'
Freja Beha Erichsen said: 'I have decided to pick an image of Monique Tondoi, a health promotion worker for MSF in Kibera slum in Nairobi, because I greatly admire the work she does'
Actor Tamsin Egerton chose Malala Yousafzai as her #MyModelCitizen for her 'bravery and wisdom'
Actor Tamsin Egerton chose Malala Yousafzai as her #MyModelCitizen for her 'bravery and wisdom'
Danish 27-year-old model Freja Beha Erichsen said: 'I have decided to pick an image of Monique Tondoi, a health promotion worker for MSF in Kibera slum in Nairobi, because I greatly admire the work she does. 
'I recently visited Kibera and was amazed to see the impact that frontline workers like Monique have on a daily basis - not only on the individuals who rely on them for medical attention but on entire communities. I'm supporting action/2015 because I believe in the power of people to make the world we live in a better place.'
Actor Tamsin Egerton chose Pakistani activist Malala Yousafzai for her 'bravery and wisdom'.  
'She's someone I truly admire and follow,' the 26-year-old said. 'She is changing the lives of children, men and women around the world by challenging inequalities and advocating education for all – and has become a symbol of hope and courage. 
'Last year Malala spoke out on behalf of action/2015, calling on world leaders to make this the year they deliver on promises to change the world for the better. I'm honoured to be adding my voice to this global movement.' 
Model Malaika Firth chose actress Angelina Jolie for her 'ongoing humanitarian and charitable work'
Model Malaika Firth chose actress Angelina Jolie for her 'ongoing humanitarian and charitable work'
Model Jack Guinness chose Richard Curtis as his #MyModelCitizen
Martha Hunt opted for T. Ortiz Walker Pettigrew
Model Jack Guinness, pictured left, chose Richard Curtis and Martha Hunt, right, opted for T. Ortiz Walker Pettigrew
Burberry model Malaika Firth, 21, chose actress Angelina Jolie for her 'ongoing humanitarian and charitable work' while Victoria's Secret stunner Martha Hunt, 26, opted for  the 'brave and empowering' activist T. Ortiz Walker Pettigrew.
NEXT Model Jack Guinness, 30, chose Richard Curtis who founded Comic Relief. 
'He makes amazing films and TV shows that spread laughter and love across the globe, while endlessly campaigning to end poverty and inequality through his charity work all at the same time,' he said. 
'He has a brilliant way of making raising money accessible, entertaining and fun; he's basically a British institution! action/2015 is our opportunity to use our talents, skills and networks to ensure our voices are heard, and make our futures brighter.'
Model Liya Kebede, 37, added: '#MyModelCitizen – is Moms. Everywhere. Because they make a difference in our lives, every day. I'm supporting action/2015 because I want all moms to thrive.'
The campaign, part of action/2015, celebrates the people in their lives who have inspired them the most and are making the world a better place.
The artists involved are championing the campaign by sharing images naming their model citizen – those who inspire us to make a difference – and calling on the public to do the same.
The public are encouraged to share their #MyModelCitizen on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. 
Model Liya Kibede chose 'moms everywhere' because they 'made a difference in our lives every day'
Model Liya Kibede chose 'moms everywhere' because they 'made a difference in our lives every day'


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