Prince Harry visited the Diana Award in central London on Thursday, engaging with young people who have positively impacted their mental health through social action. The event, which lasted about an hour, included a panel discussion with the charity founded in memory of his mother, Diana, Princess of Wales. The Diana Award supports young people in making a positive difference in their communities, a cause that remains close to both Prince Harry and his brother, Prince William.
Prior to the event, Prince Harry met with his father, King Charles, for a private tea on Wednesday afternoon, marking their first face-to-face meeting in 19 months. The 54-minute meeting is seen as a tentative step towards reconciliation. However, Prince Harry remains estranged from Prince William, and the two brothers did not meet during Harry’s trip.
At the Diana Award event, Prince Harry focused on the positive impact of social action on mental health, emphasizing the importance of young people taking action to create change. He stated, “Getting involved in peaceful social action takes courage and determination. Young people see the issues society faces close up, whether that’s poor mental health or the consequences of inequalities.” He encouraged the attendees to continue making their voices heard, saying, “Don’t stand still, don’t stay silent, you make them hear you because you speak for the majority.”
The event featured a panel discussion with young people who have made a positive impact in their communities, including Lottie Leach, Elsa Arnold, and Idorenyin Hope Akpan. The panel was chaired by Dan Lawes, a former winner of the organization’s Legacy Award. Prince Harry’s visit to the Diana Award marks his final engagement in London before returning to California to be with his wife, Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
The Diana Award continues to support young people in making a positive difference in their communities, a legacy that Prince Harry’s mother, Diana, Princess of Wales, had envisioned. The award recognizes and supports young people who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to social action, volunteering, and community service. Prince Harry’s visit to the Diana Award highlights the importance of empowering young people to create positive change in their communities.