Meghan Markle Discusses Women's Equality During Justice for Girls Visit

Duchess Meghan set an example of gratitude leading up to Thanksgiving during her visit to Justice for Girls’ Vancouver, Canada, office on Tuesday.

The nonprofit works to address the needs and vulnerabilities of girls, particularly in relation to homelessness, poverty, and violence—something it emphasizes is integral to achieving true equality, according to the website. Duchess Meghan was joined by interns, staff, directors, and board members from the organization, as well as Jessica Lake and Lauri Thompson from the Lake family’s All One Fund, an organization that works to “proactively contribute to an equitable and sustainable future,” according to the website.

The women discussed justice and equality for impoverished teenage girls, Justice for Girls’ decades of advocacy, and young women’s leadership.

“A feminist advocate from a young age herself, The Duchess was keen to chat with two of our teen interns to discuss their personal struggles for justice,” the organization wrote in an Instagram post. “Her genuine and understanding approach left the girls feeling heard, supported, and inspired.”

Duchess Meghan looked regal in a sophisticated white ensemble composed of a crewneck sweater and wide-leg pants by Ralph Lauren. She accented her outfit with accessories that were just as lovely, including an Evil Eye bracelet and pink ring by Lorraine Schwartz, dainty gold earrings by Edge of Ember, a Cartier Love bracelet, and her Cartier Tank watch that formerly belonged to Princess Diana. She wore her hair down in a middle part and tucked behind her ears.

The Duchess of Sussex first visited the nonprofit in 2020, when she spoke of her commitment to advancing gender equity and other women’s issues. Her visit came after a Sussex aide reached out to the organization and shared Duchess Meghan finds its work “credible and compelling.” The focus of their conversation that time was Canada’s epidemic of violence against Indigenous girls and women, during which Duchess Meghan wore a gold necklace with a whale tail-shaped pendant that was gifted to her by an indigenous Canadian artist named Hollie Bartlett.

Christina Perrier is a NYC-based freelance writer who covers culture and lifestyle topics. When she’s not writing, she’s probably watching TikToks of dogs, experimenting in the kitchen, or curling up with a book.

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