Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are showing their support for the people of Ukraine.
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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were presented tonight with the President’s Award at the 53rd NAACP Image Awards. The President’s Award recognizes special achievement and distinguished public service, with previous recipients including luminaries like Muhammad Ali and Jesse Jackson.
In her speech, Markle highlighted the important work established by past civil rights leaders and urged the passage of voter protection laws to honor their legacies.
“Today we can continue that legacy by reestablishing federal voting protections in our country and fulfilling the work of civil rights giants like the late John Lewis. We are so deeply humbled to be here in the company of so many illustrious awardees,” Markle said.
Prince Harry took a quick moment to offer support to the people of Ukraine in their war against Russia.
“We would like to acknowledge the people of Ukraine who urgently need our continued support as a global community,” Harry said.
In light of the award, the Duke and Duchess, through their non-profit, have partnered with the NAACP to establish the NAACP-Archewell Digital Civil Rights Award, a newly-created award to recognize leaders creating transformational change at the intersection of social justice and technology.
This year’s award was presented to professor Dr. Safiya Noble, co-founder of the UCLA Center for Critical Internet Inquiry.
“Safiya’s work speaks to a new chapter in the movement for civil rights. This community knows what it means to speak up for what is right and to march for what is just. It’s time to expand this march to the world online,” Harry said.
“This is the era of the digital justice movement. We are proud to partner with the NAACP and each of you to translate the vital efforts of those who came before
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are showing their support for the people of Ukraine.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are continuing to do their bit to support Ukraine following Russia’s invasion of the country.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have donated to a number of organizations to provide support to Ukraine amid Russia's ongoing invasion. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's Archewell Foundation announced on Friday that the couple has made donations to several organizations working "on the ground to support the people of Ukraine." The organizations include HIAS, The HALO Trust, and Are We Europe.
Duchess of Sussex's Archewell Foundation has announced it will be giving a grant to one of Meghan's longstanding patronages – Smart Works.The Duchess became patron of the UK charity in January 2019, which helps to give women the confidence they need to reach their full potential, secure employment and change the trajectory of their lives.Archewell Foundation's support will help enable the creation of a vital upcoming research project for Smart Works, focusing on the data around female unemployment in the UK and the challenges faced by the women the charity supports.READ: Meghan Markle releases passionate statement to mark Black History MonthWATCH: Duke and Duchess of Sussex accept prestigious NAACP awardThe Smart Works Female Unemployment Index will look at unemployment issues that affect women across the UK, with the aim of creating an annual benchmark against which progress and change can be tracked.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have just been honoured with the prestigious President’s Award at the 53rd NAACP Image Awards.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry reiterated their support for the people of Ukraine as they accepted an award at the NAACP Awards on Saturday night. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, who were honored with the President’s Award, spoke about those in Ukraine impacted by the ongoing Russian invasion. "We would like to acknowledge the people of Ukraine who urgently need our continued support as a global community," said Prince Harry while standing next to his wife.The couple was recognized for their outreach efforts in the U.S.
LOS ANGELES -- Jennifer Hudson was named entertainer of the year at the 53rd annual NAACP Image Awards that highlighted works by entertainers and writers of color.After Hudson accepted the award Saturday night, the singer-actor thanked the NAACP for inspiring “little girls like me.” She beat out Regina King, Lil Nas X, Megan Thee Stallion and Tiffany Haddish.“I was just standing here thinking ‘It was here – the NAACP Awards – where I watched so many legends and icons that inspired me,” said the Oscar and Grammy winner. “Now, I’m standing here holding an award like this.
Prince Harry has said he and his wife Meghan Markle were "brought together for a reason" as he discussed their "commitment to a life of service".The Duke of Sussex, 37, also acknowledged he and his wife Meghan, 40, "come from very different backgrounds" as they collected a joint award together. Harry and Meghan were special guests at the Images Awards, where they were honoured the the NAACP President's Awards to mark their "distinguished public service".
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are the recipients of a very prestigious honor.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have just been honoured with the prestigious President’s Award at the 53rd NAACP Image Awards.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have just been honored with the prestigious President's Award at the 53rd NAACP Image Awards.The President's Award aims to recognize those who have demonstrated special achievement and distinguished public service. Some of the past recipients include Muhammad Ali, Rev.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have just been honored with the prestigious President's Award at the 53rd NAACP Image Awards.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were bestowed with the honor Saturday during the live televised portion of the event. The President's Award aims to recognize those who have demonstrated special achievement and distinguished public service.