The Princess of Wales and Duchess of Sussex Dedicate Themselves to Mental Health Initiatives

The Princess of Wales and Duchess of Sussex have had a strained relationship, but they share a dedication to Mental Health initiatives. On World Mental Health Day, Meghan Markle, 42, and Kate Middleton, 41, showed their continued commitment to the cause. Both attended events on different sides of the Atlantic to stress the importance of opening up and seeking help.

Kate and Prince William hosted a forum for young people in Birmingham, called “Exploring our Emotional Worlds,” focusing on understanding emotions and building positive relationships. Meanwhile, Meghan and Prince Harry visited a Brooklyn school that offers an “alternative to college.” They joined a mindful meditation session and encouraged students to look out for each other.

During the visits, Kate honored a promise she made to a grieving mother by wearing star-shaped earrings in memory of her daughter who took her own life. Meghan wore a letterman jacket she was gifted during her last solo engagement. The couple later attended the first-ever in-person event for the Archewell Foundation in New York.

Both Kate and Meghan have long been advocates for mental health. In 2016, William and Kate launched the Heads Together campaign to break the stigma around mental health and encourage conversations. Kate has focused on campaigns for children’s mental health and motherhood. Earlier this year, she spoke to primary school pupils about the importance of connections during Place2Be’s Children’s Mental Health Week. Harry and Meghan also formed the Archewell Foundation, which aims to build a better online world and supports the mental wellbeing of veterans.

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