The most renowned French astronaut, Patrick Baudry, occupies a special place in the hearts of children worldwide. He was designated Goodwill Ambassador in September 1999.
Patrick Baudry has demonstrated his commitment to the service of young people by publishing several works on youth education and by organizing the European Space Camp for Youth. This camp promotes respect for the Earth and the environment among youngsters.
In 1998 he founded the On the Path of Aéropostale foundation, which brings together young talented students. Mr Baudry also serves on the Board of the International Foundation for the Olympic Truce in recognition of his actions contributing to peace.
His latest activity in the field involved leading a science workshop for girls in Mali that was organized by UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador Dr Cheick Modibo Diarra.
Sixth Annual Meeting of UNESCO’s Goodwill Ambassadors From 15 to 16 March 2006, UNESCO Headquarters in Paris was the venue for an impressive gathering of the Organization’s Goodwill Ambassadors. The 2006 Annual Meeting of UNESCO Goodwill Ambassadors, convened by the Director-General, brought together a large number of these outstanding personalities, who come from the worlds of art, film, music, literature, charity and public affairs. More
2005 Annual Meeting of UNESCO Goodwill Ambassadors Education for All, Education for Sustainable Development and UNESCO’s response to natural disasters were the three themes on the agenda for the Annual Meeting of UNESCO Goodwill Ambassadors, which took place on March 3 and 4 2005 at Organization Headquarters. UNESCO Director-General Koïchiro Matsuura opened the session, followed by a speech by Michael Abiola Omolewa, President of the General Conference. More
Patrick Baudry
Mr Koïchiro Matsuura, UNESCO Director-General, H.R.H. Princess Firyal, H.H. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktum, the Prince of Dubai, Mrs Basma Irsheid, Chief of Programme of Goodwill Ambassadors, Mr Patrick Baudry and Mr Jean Michel Jarre
