Dua Lipa has expressed her heartfelt gratitude after being honored with the Mental Health Champion of the Year Award by The Trevor Project.
The 29-year-old singer received the recognition from the leading American LGBTQ+ charity, which presents the award to influential public figures who use their platforms to advocate for mental health awareness and support issues impacting LGBTQ+ youth.
As a vocal ally of the LGBTQ+ community, Dua Lipa, who identifies as straight, garnered praise from the charity for spotlighting their work during an appearance on NBC's Today show and for sharing their crisis hotline following the 2024 U.S. election results earlier this month.
In a statement shared via The Hollywood Reporter, the New Rules singer said, "The Trevor Project is an organization that is near and dear to my heart, and I am humbled to play a part in shining a light on mental health awareness for LGBTQ+ young people.
"You are a beautiful, unstoppable community, and I am constantly in awe of the courage and strength you demonstrate when you stand proudly in your truth."
She added a message of hope for LGBTQ+ youth: "To every young person out there: Know that you are loved, you are not alone, and The Trevor Project is a wonderful organization that is always there for you.
"The LGBTQ+ community has been my biggest champion since the start of my career, and I will continue to fight to make sure your voices are heard, your rights are protected, and you are treated with respect for being just the way you are."
