About alleviating poverty through fashion (2010): "As someone who is very interested in fashion and has been doing a lot with the fashion world recently, I thought it was a really amazing idea to try to alleviate poverty through such a strong industry and it's something fun as well. Rather than giving to charity, this gives people the means to fight their way out of poverty themselves with dignity. It gives them the chance to work. It gives them their pride."

Emma’s a Smart Celeb and New E.M.S // 20 January 2009

Emma is on MSN’s Get Smart gallery, featuring some celebrities who show that being an actor or actress doesn’t mean you can’t be smart too. Emma is slide 6 on the list. Thanks to Pamela for the tip.

Emma is also on AIM’s list of 100 Celebs under 25, coming in at #86. Thanks to Candice for the tip.

We’ve updated the Fan Graphics section with new wallpapers from Thessalie and Nathalie, new banners from All About Army and Essie, and new avatars from Ruperfan13. Thank you all for sending them in.

Finally, Jo has something to say about “official Emma youtube” accounts at EmmaWatsonOfficial. I’ll give you a hint, there aren’t any.

Update: Emma has written her first E.M.S of 2009. She talks about some recent travels, preparations for university, and the upcoming filming for Deathly Hallows.