Esther Brimmer, Assistant Secretary for International Organization Affairs, held a conversation with Forest Whitaker, UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Peace and Reconciliation, on “Bridging Divides: Youth, Peace, and Reconciliation.” The discussion was moderated by Cheryl Benton, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs. Transcript» Video» DipNote»
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Academy Award winning actor Forest Whitaker is best known for his performances in films ranging from “Fast Times at Ridgemont High” to “Bird” and as Ugandan leader Idi Amin in “Last King of Scotland.” He spearheaded the documentaries “Better Angels”, a film about Ugandan child soldiers, as well as “Common Destiny” about the power of education in promoting peace and reconciliation between communities. Mr. Whitaker’s humanitarian and artistic work earned him the UNESCO designation of Goodwill Ambassador for Peace and Reconciliation.
