Novak Đoković appointed UNICEF ambassador

World's top ranked tennis player Novak Djokovic has become an ambassador for UNICEF in Serbia. This will allow Djokovic to defend children's rights and help improve education for very young children. Novak Djokovic appointed UNICEF ambassador He is currently in New York, where he is set to compete in the U.S. Open and possibly win the third grand slam title this year. "I am very honored to partner with UNICEF to help increase awareness for the importance of early childhood education," Djokovic said at the ceremony. "I look forward to working with UNICEF to help make a difference in the lives of young children throughout Serbia, particularly those who have fewer opportunities to learn and develop to their full potential," he added. UNICEF deputy director Rima Salah stated Djokovic was a natural fit for the organization. "He cares deeply about the welfare of Serbian children, bringing the same passion and enthusiasm for his career on the court to addressing issues affecting children," she remarked. As the UNICEF ambassador for Serbia, Djokovic will focus on early childhood education. (Tanjug, file)

Novak Đoković appointed UNICEF ambassador

He is currently in New York, where he is set to compete in the U.S. Open and possibly win the third grand slam title this year.

"I am very honored to partner with UNICEF to help increase awareness for the importance of early childhood education," Đoković said at the ceremony.

"I look forward to working with UNICEF to help make a difference in the lives of young children throughout Serbia, particularly those who have fewer opportunities to learn and develop to their full potential," he added.

UNICEF deputy director Rima Salah stated Đoković was a natural fit for the organization.

"He cares deeply about the welfare of Serbian children, bringing the same passion and enthusiasm for his career on the court to addressing issues affecting children," she remarked.

As the UNICEF ambassador for Serbia, Đoković will focus on early childhood education.