Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Deliver Powerful Message After Senate Child Safety Hearing
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are standing firmly in support after the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee’s recent hearing on online safety for children.
In a heartfelt statement published on the Archwell Foundation’s website, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex commend the courage and determination of parents nationwide whose advocacy led to the crucial hearing. The Archewell Foundation, in collaboration with families, has been actively building a support network for parents navigating the challenges of grief and addressing serious mental health issues in children exposed to harmful online content.
Having spent time with these families in recent years, hearing their struggles and aspirations for urgent changes in the online space, Harry and Meghan emphasize that the issue transcends political divisions, as evidenced during the Senate hearing.
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“The best parenting in the world cannot keep children safe from these platforms,” remarked Prince Harry, 39, and Meghan, 42. Drawing from their years of collaboration with the relatives of victims, they’ve channelled feedback into recommendations presented to political leaders, aiming for positive change in addressing this critical issue.
Reflecting on the emotional impact, Meghan shared, “It was impossible not to be in tears hearing their stories because it’s just that devastating.” She emphasized that social media is a permanent fixture and stated, “Social media isn’t going away.”
Harry added his perspective, saying, “I think for us, for myself and my wife, with kids growing up in a digital age, the priority here is to turn pain into purpose again and provide as much support as well as a spotlight and a platform for these parents to come together, to heal, to grieve and to also collectively focus on solutions so that no other family anywhere has to go through what they’ve been through.”
– Farheen Ali
