Meghan Markle releases official message after Prince Harry returns to US

Meghan Markle issued a special message after hosting solo event via The Archewell Foundation to mark the beginning of the festive season.

The Duchess of Sussex on Saturday joined Afghan women Venice Beach, California, to as part of the Southern California Welcome Project. It was held at Our Place, founded by Shiza Shahid, where the participants were gifted with new cookware for the upcoming holiday season.

The women from Mina’s List, an organisation dedicated to empower women in fields of human rights, appeared joyful as they shared their stories with Meghan.

Following the event, the office of The Duke and Duchess of Sussex released official photos and a heartfelt message from her visit.

“In celebration of Thanksgiving, Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex and The Archewell Foundation hosted a heartfelt dinner for the Southern California Welcome Project,” the statement read.

“This initiative, led by the partner organization Mina’s List, has spent the past year building community through storytelling and creating a safe space for women who have resettled in the U.S. from Afghanistan.”

Detailing the events of the evening, Meghan shared that they “shared meal that encouraged open conversation centred on gratitude and resilience.”

She also “expressed her deep appreciation to the attendees for sharing their personal stories and cultural experiences, underscoring her excitement for future gatherings that continue to strengthen these connections.”

She concluded her message with her commitment to “uplifting women and fostering community through shared experiences, reinforcing the importance of unity and support during challenging times.”

The official message comes after Prince Harry returned to the US following his promotional three-day visit to Vancouver for the upcoming 2025 Invictus Games, due to be held in February.