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Aurora and Ellie Prohan join War Child UK as New Music Ambassadors
11 February 2025
War Child UK has announced AURORA and Ellie Prohan as its newest Music Ambassadors. The two household names in music join the charity in its mission to support children affected by conflict, using their platforms to amplify the voices of those most in need.
AURORA, known for her ethereal sound, has long been a champion for a variety of social and environmental issues. With a career that includes over 10 billion audio streams, a million albums sold and captivating live performances, AURORA has also made a mark with her advocacy work around mental health, climate change, and LGBTQIA+ rights. AURORA’s music, including favourites like Runaway, has resonated with fans worldwide, making her a voice for marginalised communities.
AURORA has a longstanding connection with War Child UK. In 2024, she dedicated her performance at Glastonbury to children in the Occupied Palestinian Territories, Sudan, Yemen, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, and has been a vocal supporter at various War Child events, including BRITs Week 2024 and Secret 7”. She has also worked with War Child on exclusive merchandise and signed artwork to raise vital funds for the charity.
Speaking about her new role, AURORA said; “War Child is an organisation I’ve always admired. They have always worked in a way I truly respect. To know how to interfere without overstepping, or changing what does not need to be changed. I am incredibly honoured to have met some of the beautiful people working with War Child, so becoming an ambassador is honestly a dream come true.
“Especially now, when the world needs people to be there for each other. More than ever. There is a lot of work to do, and I am ready to offer whatever I can. Thank you!”
Ellie Prohan cemented her name as a tastemaker in the music industry as a DJ, presenter, and radio host, highlighting new musical talent and throughout her career advocating for women, intersectionality, LGBTQIA+, Middle Eastern and marginalised communities.
As a supporter of War Child’s work over the last year from hosting gigs for War Child’s BRITs Week to leading panels for the charity’s annual Day of the Girl shows, Ellie joins having formed a strong relationship with the charity.
When asked about her decision to become an ambassador for the charity, Ellie Prohan commented; “I admire the work War Child do, and how much they’ve helped children and families affected by war. Being a war baby myself and knowing how much my mum struggled coming from war, I feel like it's a full circle moment to be a part of a charity who works so hard to support those affected by lifelong trauma and suffering. I'm so proud to be part of War Child.”
AURORA, known for her ethereal sound, has long been a champion for a variety of social and environmental issues. With a career that includes over 10 billion audio streams, a million albums sold and captivating live performances, AURORA has also made a mark with her advocacy work around mental health, climate change, and LGBTQIA+ rights. AURORA’s music, including favourites like Runaway, has resonated with fans worldwide, making her a voice for marginalised communities.
Speaking about her new role, AURORA said; “War Child is an organisation I’ve always admired. They have always worked in a way I truly respect. To know how to interfere without overstepping, or changing what does not need to be changed. I am incredibly honoured to have met some of the beautiful people working with War Child, so becoming an ambassador is honestly a dream come true.
“Especially now, when the world needs people to be there for each other. More than ever. There is a lot of work to do, and I am ready to offer whatever I can. Thank you!”
Ellie Prohan cemented her name as a tastemaker in the music industry as a DJ, presenter, and radio host, highlighting new musical talent and throughout her career advocating for women, intersectionality, LGBTQIA+, Middle Eastern and marginalised communities.
As a supporter of War Child’s work over the last year from hosting gigs for War Child’s BRITs Week to leading panels for the charity’s annual Day of the Girl shows, Ellie joins having formed a strong relationship with the charity.
When asked about her decision to become an ambassador for the charity, Ellie Prohan commented; “I admire the work War Child do, and how much they’ve helped children and families affected by war. Being a war baby myself and knowing how much my mum struggled coming from war, I feel like it's a full circle moment to be a part of a charity who works so hard to support those affected by lifelong trauma and suffering. I'm so proud to be part of War Child.”
