Stray Kids Felix‘s recently announced ambassadorship position has sparked debate.
On September 22, Felix was named UNICEF Korea Committee Goodwill Ambassador. According to the organization, he was selected due to his previous donations and service, including his time volunteering in Laos.
With the announcement, Felix stated that he took on the role as he wanted to protect the happiness of all children.
I decided to take on the role of a UNICEF Korea Committee Goodwill Ambassador because I want to protect the pure happiness of all children. I am grateful for the love I’ve received from fans. With that love as my strength, I want to give my all in sharing love with children.
— Stray Kids’s Felix
However, the announcement has sparked some debate amongst netizens.
While Felix has shown support for many in need around the world, some called out the idol for his supposed lack of support shown for the ongoing human rights violations occurring in Palestine. Since the additional focus placed on what is happening in the Gaza Strip began, many have called for a ceasefire as thousands of innocent Palestinians have been killed in bombings and attacks by Israeli forces.
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Some felt Felix did not “deserve” the position due to his alleged lack of outward support or have since requested that he make a statement following his appointment.
he doesnt deserve this btw. https://t.co/61ea8KxqHU pic.twitter.com/4LZzFbqKlO
— 『jυlιno』🍉 🇱🇧 0.03🌍 (@3rachaonmyfood) September 23, 2024
Couldn’t be happier. Now since you’re the ambassador of UNICEF which is under UN, can you use your platform to speak up for the Palestinians? @Stray_Kids #StepOutAndSpeakUp #FreePalestine https://t.co/7q11UDvj5w
— Parsa🍉check 📌|| SEUNGMIN DAY|| ia for exams (@shiriaparsa_) September 23, 2024
On the other hand, many have pointed out UNICEF helps all children worldwide, including those in Palestine. Additionally, many say even without a direct show of support, Felix has managed increase awareness, leading to fans donating.
Saying he didn’t deserve to be the Goodwill Ambassador because he’s silent about one thing is crazy. Yes, this is a huge issue, but also not the only one in the world. A Goodwill Ambassador is someone who advocates +
— 용복아린 🐉 용의 어머니 (@yongbbokarin) September 23, 2024
Am yet to see any Jype idol speak so they MAY be restricted. His fans also donated to that cause & still donating in his name. His sister openly fundraises for that particular cause so he deffo donated. They should leave him alone he can’t fix all probs bt he is trying to help https://t.co/12RWb88eRF pic.twitter.com/2BAnEbyxGS
— 🥠 Mileydns🥠꩜ ⥉ 🥀 (@MileyD76) September 23, 2024
Kpop Idols have so many things they can and can’t do that is their reality and it is sad.
Felix is doing his part in this world by donating to UNICEF where many children will benefit. He is doing more than enough & he deserve the goodwill ambassador title. https://t.co/w5SAkUuA6d
— 외계인 camille ♡ (@yongbokhaeyo) September 24, 2024
Additionally, Felix (and Stray Kids as a whole) has donated to Save The Children, an organization that has been providing support to Palestinian children for decades. Felix’s level of support for this organization has even earned him a membership in Save The Children’s honor club.
While fans acknowledge that others can ask Felix to speak up, many also do no want his charitable actions to be disregarded.
