HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Oct. 23 /PRNewswire/ -- Chantel "CHANI" Christie is just 16 years old, but has already made quite a contribution to society: a recording artist, Fashion model and inspirational author of the bestselling book, I Want to Live: A Teenagers Guide to Finding Self Love. She is also the United States Youth Ambassador on HIV/AIDS Education and Awareness.

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Now donning a director's hat, this 2009 Martin Luther King Jr. excellence in hip hop award winner has now executive produced and co-directed her 1st in a series of Knowledge is Power PSAs to educate and empower young people about HIV/AIDS.

"Most people living with HIV/AIDS are unaware they are infected. Knowing your status is critical in preventing the spread of this disease, Education, prevention and awareness are the most effective ways to stop the spread of HIV/AIDS. Also knowing your status is crucial. I truly enjoy watching CNN because of their informative and insightful information and updates regarding HIV/AIDS. And I want teens and young people to know the facts, and take personal responsibility for themselves through my series of Knowledge is Power PSAs," states Chantel Christie president of the Chanigirlfoundation.

Speaking up to educate other teens about ways to protect themselves from this growing epidemic was delivered by many teens in the entertainment industry who volunteered their time to work on these very meaningful and much needed PSAs. Such stars as HWood, who has co-starred on shows such as Ned's Declassified Adventures on Disney, recording artist and co-star of the hit Nickelodeon show "Victorious" Austin Anderson, Dark child producer/recording artist iRoCc Williams, Teen pop group small change, actress porscha coleman, Recording artists Wendi, Waren, and Wyann Vaughn, Raz B of world famous boy band B2K, NAACP Award Winner and Spoken Word artist Jaray, Dala Roc of Audio Push, whose new single "Teach Me How to Jerk" Is lighting up radio waves across the world, Marcus Paulk best known for his role in the UPN sitcom Moesha, Denyce Lawton who is currently starring in Tyler Perry's "House of Payne", CS1 whose new single "Do The Fresh Prince" has started a national dance craze, Disney Actor Nick Mazzone, Actress, Stylist to the Stars and Philanthropist Sarah Toshiko, as well as Female R&B/POP sensation Almasi, Just to name a few, the Knowledge is Power PSAs are scheduled to be released via ONLINE, TELEVISION, AND PRINT, worldwide Saturday, October 24th 2009.

About Chantel "CHANI" Christie: 16 year old Chantel "CHANI" Christie is the United States Youth Ambassador for HIV/AIDS Awareness, also a best selling author, fashion model, and actress. "CHANI," recently awarded the 2009 Martin Luther King Jr. Excellence in Hip-Hop Award, is currently starring in her new hit reality web series titled 'Chani's Story.' Writing her second book A Girl Has to Look Good! A beauty, fashion and lifestyle Guide. Chani, currently a junior in high school, has a passion to lead the youth worldwide by not only educating them about HIV and AIDS, awareness but also through her music and books. Beginning her modeling career at the age of three, Chani has over 100 fashion print and runway appearances to her name. She is currently cast to star in the new screenplay, Proud to be a Colored Girl, an adaptation of the new bestselling book by the same name, in 2010.

About Chanigirlfoundation: The Chanigirl Foundation's mission is to bring HIV/AIDS Awareness and Education while inspiring and empowering the youth to achieve their goals. The Chanigirl Foundation was built from Chani's desire to give back. This foundation has no boundaries when it comes to helping those in need. Some of the programs offered: HIV/AIDS Awareness/Education, Youth Awareness/Education/Motivation, Sponsorship, Food Donations, and Motivational Speaking to name a few. The Chanigirl Foundation strives to help change lives for the better each and every day.

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