Dia Mirza has received a special mention by the Nelson Mandela Foundation for her work in nature conservation and children protection. The actor is among many women across the world who have been honoured as part of the foundation’s initiative to observe September as women’s month and appreciate the efforts of those who have been working towards global goals.
The actor was honoured after reading the post and replied, “It means so much. I have always admired Madiba and this is truly special @NelsonMandela.” As a goodwill ambassador of the United Nations environment program, Mirza has time and again highlighted the effects of climate change, need for clean air and seas and wildlife protection.
This is so kind. And means so much 🙏🏻 Thank you. Have always admired Madiba and this is truly special @NelsonMandela 🙏🏻🙏🏻 https://t.co/LJMbqIkBHt
— Dia Mirza (@deespeak) August 24, 2020
Mirza has been focusing on the environment and sustainability time and again. She said that sustainability is about developing consciousness. It is a reminder to all that their lives are interconnected.
She had earlier said, ” It’s absolutely essential for each and every human being to understand that everything we need for our survival comes from nature. Sustainability is really nothing but a reminder for all of us that all life is connected. Like the relationships that human beings form with each other, the ones we form with nature are exactly the same.”
She further added, “When you become sensitive to that symbiotic nature, to that relationship, it becomes easier to change, adapt and create an environment that is more inclusive to everything. And this applies to people and industries alike. It’s all about developing a consciousness.“
