Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to Receive the Ripple of Hope Award

On 11/10/2022, the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights organization officially announced that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, would receive the 2022 Ripple of Hope Award. The announcement recognized their work on racial justice, mental health advocacy, and social impact initiatives through their foundation, Archewell. The Ripple of Hope Award is presented annually to leaders from various sectors who are considered to have demonstrated a commitment to social change and human rights. In its statement, Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights highlighted the couple’s efforts in addressing issues such as racial equity and mental well-being, along with their use of media platforms to raise awareness on global challenges. The award has previously been given to public figures, activists, and political leaders. Following the announcement in October, the award ceremony took place on 06/12/2022 in New York City, where Prince Harry and Meghan Markle formally accepted the honor. The event gathered supporters, human rights advocates, and public figures, with proceeds supporting the organization’s ongoing legal and advocacy work. This recognition formed part of the couple’s continued involvement in philanthropic and advocacy efforts after stepping back from official royal duties in 2020 and relocating to the United States. Why This Moment Matters: The award linked the couple’s post-royal public role to established human rights advocacy platforms, placing their work within a broader network of recognized global initiatives.