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 hour‑long event featured 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.
Before the event, Prince Harry met his father, King Charles, for a private tea on Wednesday afternoon, marking their first face‑to‑face meeting in 19 months. The 54‑minute encounter is seen as a tentative step toward reconciliation. However, Prince Harry remains estranged from Prince William, and the two brothers did not meet during Harry’s trip.
At the Diana Award gathering, Prince Harry emphasized the positive impact of social action on mental health, urging young people to take action and create change. He said, “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 keep speaking out, adding, “Don’t stand still, don’t stay silent. You make them hear you because you speak for the majority.”
The panel discussion included young changemakers such as Lottie Leach, Elsa Arnold, and Idorenyin Hope Akpan, and 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 recognize and support young people who demonstrate exceptional commitment to social action, volunteering, and community service, preserving the legacy envisioned by Diana, Princess of Wales. Prince Harry’s participation highlighted the importance of empowering youth to create positive change in their communities.
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