Singer and activist John Legend, who believes in the power of music, received the famous United Nations High Prize for Social Justice..……..
John Legend receives this year's Human Rights Award from the United Nations Human Rights Council in recognition of his work for social justice
The artist was announced last Thursday as the recipient of the High Note Global Prize, awarded by the Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights.
The aim of the award is to "honor an iconic artist who has been promoting social justice for over a decade".
Legend has long been a supporter of social justice. One of his most recent initiatives, the FREEAMERICA campaign, focuses on ending mass imprisonment and advancing US criminal justice reform.
The 2007, Vocalist, songwriter launches Show Me campaign to improve access to education and is also a consultant to the non-governmental organization Bail Project.