Star Actress, Stephanie Linus Becomes Spokesperson for Queen of England's Young Leaders’ Awards

 

 

 History making Nollywood super star actress and filmmaker, Stephanie Linus has scored another first.

THE GIST PLUS MAGAZINE can authoritatively report that the talented and cerebral thespian was recently chosen as the spokesperson for the 2014 Queen of England’s ‘Queens Young Leaders Awards’ campaign.

The delectable entertainer was specially chosen alongside revered South African Archbishop, Desmond Tutu to support the global initiative. 

 

According to authentic info at our disposal, Mrs. Linus, who just wrapped production on her latest big budget film, Dry, will use her fame to create awareness for the Queen’s Young Leaders Awards that seeks to  discover, celebrate and support young people from every corner of the commonwealth nations  by helping to transform their own lives and the lives of others around them.

“Exceptional young men and women aged between 18 and 29 who are taking the lead in their communities and using their skills to transform lives are invited to apply for a Queen’s Young Leaders Awards, in honour of Her Majesty The Queen,” parts of the statement read.

Amazingly, the award winners will receive a unique package of training, mentoring and networking, including a one-week residential programme in the UK, during which they will collect their award from Her Majesty The Queen.

“This will support winners to develop the amazing work they are already doing in their communities,” the statement added.

The famous actress is responsible for creating awareness in Nigeria for the initiative and equally hopes that Nigerian young people will apply in droves to win the awards.

Meanwhile, aside awarding inspirational young leaders, Queen’s Young Leaders Grants will be made to organizations in selected Commonwealth countries that can show they are improving the lives of young people. The vision is to provide opportunities for young people to learn new skills, enter employment and give them a voice in their communities.

“The search is on right now in Nigeria to find the next Queens Young Leaders! It’s a really exciting opportunity. I am very sure our young Nigerian rising leaders will step up to the plate and make us proud,” stated the concluding part of the statement. 

To apply for the 2014 Queen’s Young Leaders Award, please visit http://www.queensyoungleaders.com.
 Kindly visit the video link below to view Stephanie's awareness campaign as spokesperson