Fashion designer and mum of four Victoria Beckham has been appointed as International Goodwill Ambassador for UNAIDS.

Beckham, who opened her first boutique on London's Dover Street on September 25, is to work with the organisation to ensure all children are born free from HIV, and that children and women who are living with and affected by HIV have access to proper medical care. She commented 'This is the beginning of an important journey for me. As a woman and a mother I have a responsibility to support other women. I am proud and honoured to be working with UNAIDS in this new role to help to raise resources and awareness to support and empower women and children affected by HIV'.