Angelina Jolie

Humanitarian Work

Angelina Jolie's humanitarian work has been a significant part of her career, focusing on refugee and immigrant issues.

UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador

2001

Jolie was named a UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador, beginning her extensive work with refugees.

Early Field Missions

2001-2002

Jolie conducted her first field missions to Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Cambodia, and Pakistan.

National Centre for Refugee and Immigrant Children

2005

Jolie launched the National Centre for Refugee and Immigrant Children in Washington D.C.

Jolie-Pitt Foundation

2006

Jolie and Brad Pitt founded the Jolie-Pitt Foundation, which has made significant donations worldwide.

Council on Foreign Relations

2007

Jolie became a member of the Council on Foreign Relations.

Afghanistan Visit

2008

Jolie visited Afghanistan, appealing for more international commitment to help returnee reintegration.

UNHCR Recognition

2009

Jolie was recognized for her dedication to UNHCR, having visited more than 20 countries to highlight refugee issues.