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Supermodel, Gigi Hadid helps to complete a school in Dodi Papase
American Supermodel, Gigi Hadid has partnered Pencil of Promise (PoP), a global community that believes everyone deserves access to quality education, to complete a school in Dodi Papase, in the Volta Region of Ghana.
An exited Gigi posted a video of the jubilant pupils from the school on Instagram and commented:
“I’m so happy to announce that the school in Dodi Papase Ghana was completed last month! Grateful to @pencilsofpromise and the local community for the opportunity to make this possible, and for your hard work on the ground to make this a reality. Every child deserves a quality education and a safe place to learn. Can’t wait to visit :)”
PoP works with over 150 communities in Ghana to ensure that students overcome barriers to accessing quality education. PoP couples school builds with literacy programming in order to create sustainable change.
PoP’s has built over 150 schools in the Volta Region and have also provided teacher training and educational programming to many PoP schools in the region.
Before Gigi Hadid’s support, students in Dodi Papase were learning in an unsafe environment. Kindergarten, third and fourth grade students attended class under tented roofs made of palm tree branches. Teachers could not conduct class when it rains, forcing many classes to end early. Additionally, students experience severe overcrowding, with many teachers overwhelmed by the number of multigrade students in their classrooms.
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Thanks to Gigi’s support, PoP and the Dodi Papase community have constructed a new six-classroom block. These classrooms will keep students protected from the rain and alleviate overcrowding issues. In addition to the new classrooms, there are now private bathrooms to keep kids healthy and in school.
The Dodi Papase School officially broke ground in September 2018. Community members, parents and teachers were in full support, contributing 20 percent of the materials and labor necessary to complete the building.
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Gigi Hadid has appeared on the cover of Vogue magazine, walked the runway during New York Fashion Week and has appeared in numerous music videos. In 2016, she was named “International Model of the Year” by the British Fashion Council. She has been good friends with Kendall Jenner, and once dated former One Direction member Zayn Malik.
Born in Los Angeles to real estate developer Mohamed Hadid and former model Yolanda Van den Herik, Gigi started modeling when she was just 2 years old for Baby Guess. Last year, her net worth was estimated to be $13 million but now it’s reported to be as high as $29 million. She earned $9.5 million in 2018, according to Forbes’ list of the highest-paid models of the year.
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Making yet another major power move, three-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated Nigerian global superstar and Afrobeats pioneer Davido has inked a deal with UnitedMasters for his recently launched label Nine+ Records.
In this groundbreaking collaboration, Davido will spearhead artist development, A&R, and behind-the-scenes curation, nurturing a pioneering lineup of artists across the continent under Nine+ Records. United by a shared vision, the teams will work together to introduce and foster talent, amplifying Davido’s influence and extending his reach even further. This partnership marks a pivotal moment in shaping the future of African and world music.
Together, the teams will collaborate closely in order to not only introduce, but cultivate career talent. It only expands Davido’s influence and reach.
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Of today’s announcement Davido said, “I couldn’t be more proud to partner with Steve and the team at United Masters, this announcement represents an exciting new chapter for developing and established artists around the world.”
Steve Stoute, Founder and CEO of UnitedMasters states, “Over the last 2 years, we’ve proven our commitment to Africa investing in artists, education, and technology. Today, we are doubling down. With this new venture with Davido & the launch of Nine Plus Records, we reinforce our mission in becoming a bridge for artists on the continent. Together we’ll identify & develop new artists while supporting them with brand and synch opportunities.”
Nine+ Records will be announcing more artists and partners in the future.
Last night, Davido just sold out one of the most iconic venues in the world, headlining Madison Square Garden in New York City. He ignited the stage with what will be remembered as a historic set, bringing Afrobeats to the Big Apple in the biggest way possible. In advance of the show, he extensively spoke to Billboard who praised how “Performing in New York has also become a special ritual” for him.
This news also arrives on the heels of various major company announcements for UnitedMasters. The company locked down a high-profile alliance with SymphonyOS and Groover. Plus, it hosted its annual “A Celebration of Independence” GRAMMY® Concert at the Palladium in Hollywood, CA. The show boasted an all-star lineup, including headliner Davido, Uncle Waffles, Tokischa, Donavan’s Yard, and NLE Choppa. Of the latter, The Source wrote, “This marked the first time UnitedMasters featured international acts, solidifying its impact and representation within the global independent artist movement.”
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