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On the evening of 9 October 2025, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry were honoured as Humanitarians of the Year during the annual Project Healthy Minds gala held in New York. The distinction recognises the couple’s commitment to mental health and their efforts to promote a safer and more equitable digital environment, especially for young people and families.
During the event, Meghan expressed that her main source of inspiration is her children, Archie and Lilibet, and highlighted her ongoing concern about the impact of social media on the lives of children. She spoke about the need to balance the benefits of technology with the importance of protecting children from its dangers. On stage, the couple announced a new partnership between their initiative, The Parents’ Network (under the Archewell Foundation), and the organisation ParentsTogether, focusing on digital protection, legislation, and family advocacy.
On the red carpet, Meghan opted for an elegant black ensemble (an Armani suit) paired with a striking gold necklace. The look stood out for its understated sophistication, reflecting her growing aesthetic maturity, perfectly aligned with her public role and advocacy work. Harry appeared in a classic black suit, complementing the couple’s refined appearance.
This honour and public recognition reinforce two key aspects of Meghan’s current trajectory: her increasing presence on the global fashion radar and the consolidation of her social voice. In 2025, she has already appeared at Paris Fashion Week, demonstrating that her approach to style — minimalist, elegant, and strategic — goes hand in hand with her humanitarian agenda.
The impact of this award goes beyond cameras and spotlights. By receiving such recognition, Meghan and Harry amplify the legitimacy of the mental health cause in the digital context, showing that public figures who move between fashion, social causes, and business can transform symbolic engagement into genuine relevance.
For those who follow high-end fashion and leadership figures, this evening served as a clear demonstration that image and purpose — when aligned — hold symbolic and narrative power capable of generating real cultural impact.
