Statement on World Aids Day 2010

Currently the Crown Prince family is on a journey abroad. Today, on the occasion of the World Aids Day 2010, a statement of the Crown Princess was released at the Royal House’s website.

In the statement Mette-Marit makes clear that positive trends in the fight against HIV/Aids can be seen in several countries, but people should double their and continue the good work.
She also underlines it is important to support young leaders of UNAIDS to maximize the effectiveness of their work.

“I believe in young people. Involve them.” (Crown Princess Mette-Marit)

You can read Mette-Marit’s statement here.
Here you can also see a video of the Crown Princess and her children that was released earlier the year as contribution before the World Economic Forum Annual Summit 2010.
You can find the official homepage of UNAIDS here.

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Tagged Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway, HIV/AIDS, Patronage, UNAIDS, World AIDS Day.