Ashley Gearing Named Youth Ambassador For Child Welfare League Of America

NASHVILLE, TN. (Top40 Charts/ AristoMedia) - Curb recording artist Ashley Gearing has been named 2008 Youth Ambassador for the Child Welfare League of America (CWLA).
The CWLA is a non-profit society that works within communities to promote the safety and well being of children. The CWLA's advocacy efforts cover many areas including adoption, child protection, housing and homelessness, mental health, positive youth development, substance abuse prevention and treatment, and a range of community services that strengthen and support parents and families.

"I have led a very fortunate life," says Ashley regarding her involvement with CWLA. "It is so wonderful to play a part in these children's lives by introducing them to some of the great things in life in which I have come to know."

Ashley will perform in Washington, DC at the league's National Conference Children 2008: A Call for Action - Leading the Nation for Children and Families next Monday, February 25, 2008.

On the recording front, Ashley has been in the studio working with noted producer Byron Gallimore (Tim McGraw, Faith Hill) on her much anticipated Curb Records release. At age 12, Ashley made history as the youngest female artist to enter Billboard's Hot Country Singles Chart with "Can You Hear Me When I Talk To You?"
Now 16, she has received many accolades including the Uncut Diamond Award as a rising star from ASCAP and Best Female Country Artist in a New Country Artist poll in 2006. Her new single, "Out The Window" is scheduled for release in early spring. She will also be appearing at the CRS-39 Curb luncheon with label mate Rodney Atkins.
For more information on Ashley Gearing, visit www.ashleygearing.com.