Selena Gomezglobal music and acting icon, has been recognized by Billboard as Woman of the year 2025 In the ceremony Billboard Latin Women in Musican award that celebrates both its artistic career and its tireless philanthropic work.
Its diagnosis of Bipolar disorder in 2020a moment that she describes herself as a turning point, marked a before and after in her life. “I get the knowledge and answers that I had looked for a long time,” Gomez declared in a charity event, admitting that this diagnosis, far from being an obstacle, gave him tools to understand himself better and reduce his fears.
But Selena’s story is not limited to her courage to share her personal experience. Its commitment materializes in the RARE IMPACT FUNDan initiative of your brand Rare Beauty launched in 2020. This fund, which has raised Millions of dollarsfinances programs Mental health For young people, expanding access to specialized services.
The impact of RARE IMPACT FUND It is tangible. Its third annual summit of Mental healthheld in May 2024, brought together organizations, specialists and youth leaders to address crucial issues such as stigma and barriers to access psychological care. Beneficial events such as RARE IMPACT FLUT BENEFITheld in October 2023 in Nya Studios, Hollywood, have contributed significantly to fundraising.
The documentary “Selena Gomez: My mind & me “ (2022), available on Apple TV, offers an intimate look at its fight against anxietydepression and bipolar disordershowing not only their personal challenges, but also their commitment to help others. The film includes the therapy scenes and private reflections that reveal its personal process.
The interview with Spanish Billboard It highlights the complexity of your decision to be vulnerable to the public. “It was scary to be so vulnerable and I never wanted anyone to think I am a victim,” confessed. However, its motivation has been clear: generating a positive impact, even if that implies facing negative opinions.
Selena Gomez Not only has he used his platform to share his story; He has collaborated with experts and medical organizations to create educational content about Mental healthseeking to reduce stigma and offer practical tools. His work has transcended the artistic field, generating a significant echo in Mexican society and beyond, promoting a change in perception of the Mental health youth.
