A UNICEF Ambassador since 2007, Mme. Elizabeth Dallaire has been a valued UNICEF volunteer for over 20 years. Dedicated to improving education and opportunities for children, her commitment and dynamism has invigorated and garnered recognition for UNICEF’s programs benefitting children around the world.
While in Rwanda in 2008, Mme. Dallaire participated in a UNICEF Canada field trip, visiting schools and medical centres. She witnessed the progress for education through the Schools for Africa program and the improvements for health that UNICEF is achieving in that country.
As the wife of Senator Romeo Dallaire, Mme. Dallaire has been particularly touched by the enormous challenges children face in the developing world. As a UNICEF Canada Ambassador, Mme. Dallaire continues to demonstrate both determination and conviction as she works to promote and protect the fundamental rights of the world’s children.