Photo credit: Junta de Andalucía
Juanes Esteban Aristizábal Vásquez, who mercifully goes only by Juanes, has a long history of humanitarian work. Last year, he continued on that path through his Mi Sangre Foundation, which supports victims of landmines and promotes peace in Colombia.
He uses his music and performances as a stage to further amplify his causes. A prime example being his 2024 return to the Hollywood Bowl during his summer tour. The songs he performed there further the goals of his Foundation, raising awareness about violence and inequality, both in his home country and around the world.
He spent the rest of the year teaming up with artists and human rights groups to promote even more causes, including forced displacement and youth mental health. And he’s been very vocal about protecting cultural heritage, using his platform to spotlight indigenous voices and traditional music.
