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Prince Harry and Meghan markle to be Honored for Mental Health Advocacy in NYC
New York, NY – Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are set to receive a prestigious honor at Project Healthy Minds’ World Mental Health Day Gala in New York City, recognizing their impactful work in mental health advocacy. The Archewell Foundation, founded by the couple in 2020, has been instrumental in championing online safety for families and young people, a focus that has earned them this recognition.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will be acknowledged for their leadership and commitment to raising awareness around mental health, a cause gaining increasing urgency as digital spaces present new challenges for vulnerable populations. Project Healthy Minds, a leading organization dedicated to building a future where seeking mental health support is as common as physical healthcare, highlighted the couple’s “profound difference” in the lives of many through their philanthropy and advocacy.
“Working with families and young people to prioritize safety online has been some of the most meaningful work of our lives,” Harry and Meghan said in a statement shared with InStyle. “As parents ourselves,we have been moved to action by the power of their stories and are honored to support them.”
Phillip Schermer, founder and CEO of Project Healthy Minds, stated, “It is a privilege to honor Prince Harry and Meghan, duke and duchess of Sussex, at our World Mental Health Day Gala this year. Their leadership, generosity, and unwavering commitment to advancing mental health awareness have made a profound difference in the lives of so many. We are deeply grateful for their philanthropy and advocacy for a cause that is at the very heart of our mission.”
The couple’s advocacy through Archewell builds on their existing platform to address the growing need for mental health resources, notably among young people navigating the complexities of the digital world. They are described as “longtime partners” of Project Healthy Minds in their collaborative efforts to illuminate this pressing issue.
