Hot Off The Press: Shakira And Alejandro Sanz Reunite For ALAS

We have witnessed their blazin' chemistry on-stage, but Shakira and Alejandro Sanz are retiring "La Tortura" by performing for the ALAS cause...

The duo joined forces with artists like Paulina Rubio and Calle 13 earlier this year for the ALAS concert series, but their passion for social change in Latin America goes beyond la música. Shaki and Alejandro joined a live panel discussion, which included the presidents of Mexico, Argentina, El Salvador, Panama and Paraguay at Columbia University on Wednesday to represent for more than 50 percent of children in the region who never have the opportunity to escape poverty.

Shakira firmly stated:

He who is born poor dies poor and that must change. If a child doesn't receive the necessary nourishment and education, he will never have a dignified life. Regrettably, he will be marginalized in poverty forever.

According to ALAS' reports, an estimated 32 million of niños are born into poverty in Latin America. Sanz added to the discussion by urging serious change in the near future:

If we win your personal commitment today, we will have opened the future of Latin America.

Oye, Shaki and Alejandro can't do it on their own. Help support the ALAS cause and make a difference ahora! [Associated Press]

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