9 minutes ago 2009-11-22T03:16:53-08:00
Nicole Kidman speaks during the 'International Violence Against Women: Stories and Solutions' hearing at Rayburn House Office Building on October 21, 2009 in Washington, DC. Getty ImagesAccess Hollywood
LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Nicole Kidman is hoping to spread peace in Kenya as she embarks upon a trip on behalf of the United Nations.
According to The New York Post's Page Six, the Oscar-winning actress is traveling to the African country to launch an initiative by UNIFEM - the United Nations Development Fund for Women.
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Nicole is reportedly scheduled to visit Kenyatta Hospital and a local school on Friday.
As previously reported on AccessHollywood.com, earlier this month Nicole testified before a House Foreign Affairs subcommittee that is working on legislation addressing international violence against women.
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When asked if Hollywood had contributed to the problem, Nicole said, "probably," but quickly added, "I can't be responsible for all of Hollywood but I can certainly be responsible for my own career."
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