First they arrived in Guayaquil, then they visited various points on the way to Samborondón, and this week the Galapagos welcomed them as its most distinguished visitors.

British actor Matt Smith, Victoria’s Secret models Jasmine Tookes and Taylor Hill, Canadian actress Pom Klementieff, Ecuadorian Juan David BorreroColombian musicians of the group I have to are some of the international personalities who arrived in the country at the invitation of the organization Leaders for Change (LFC)

In an interview with James León, president of Leaders for Change, he tells this newspaper that the quote brings together famous and recognized people from all over the world with a common goal: to promote global awareness of the importance of environmental protection with special emphasis on biological diversity. “That’s why the Galapagos Islands were chosen, which are the best example of vulnerable ecosystems,” he points out.

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The purpose of this event, notes León, is to use the influence of these celebrities to encourage their followers and society in general to take concrete measures to preserve our planet. “Guest participation is key to reaching a wider audience and motivating them to be agents of change in the fight against climate change,” he adds.

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The day is split between Guayaquil and Galapagos. “A large group was welcomed in Guayaquil so that they could get to know each other and get closer before going to the islands. Later, we went to the Galapagos so that guests could get to know the island’s biodiversity up close through visits to turtle cells, beaches and boat trips, in the hope that they would feel the charms of our species and fall in love with our islands. .. between the diversity of animals and terrestrial and marine flora,” explains León, host of a delegation of international stars.

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The meeting on the enchanted islands was followed by a sports day in the main port. It was a football championship that featured several players, including David Trezeguet, Maxi Rodríguez and Oscar Ustari. “This friendly tournament was the Leaders For Change Cup on the Malecón 2000 last October 25,” he says.

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“Last year we held our first successful event in Ecuador, bringing together famous celebrities and influencers to highlight the importance of environmental protection. After such an enriching experience, we decided to hold the second edition of Leaders for Change this year, with the participation of new celebrities and guest stars,” emphasizes León.

As indicated, “the institutional mission has evolved in response to the achievements made in the first event, focusing our efforts even more on environmental awareness and social mobilization on a global scale. “We want to inspire a wider audience and motivate people to take concrete steps to protect our planet, using the influence of these celebrities to protect the environment.”

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“Our visits to special places with a unique concentration of flora and fauna in the Galapagos Islands have the purpose of promoting tourism and conservation in Ecuador, which in turn contributes to national awareness,” he emphasizes.

Leaders for change, founded and led Jaime Araque Febres Cordero (James León, also known as James Leon He is a film producer and president 8th Gear party and Leaders for Change.

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LFC It was carried out with the support of Banco Pichincha and the municipality of Guayaquil, with the aim of conducting successful events that promote environmental awareness and tourism in Ecuador.