Meghan Markle Returns to Justice for Girls, Advocating for Teenage Girls in Poverty

Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, made a visit to Justice for Girls, a Canadian non-profit organization dedicated to supporting teenage girls living in poverty.

This marks her return to the organization since her previous involvement in 2020.

On Tuesday, Meghan visited the Vancouver office of the charity organization.

She joined Jessica Lake and Laurie Thompson from the Lake family's All One Fund, along with a group of women, for a discussion centered around the non-profit's mission.

During her visit, she was seen wearing a white outfit.

Justice for Girls was established with the aim of advocating for the health and well-being of teenage girls living in poverty.

The organization also strives to provide access to equality, freedom from violence, and protection against colonialism.

Their official website outlines their commitment to these causes.

The non-profit took to Instagram to share the news of Meghan's appearance, highlighting key moments from her visit.

The post mentioned Meghan's genuine and understanding approach as she engaged in conversations with two teenage interns, listening to their personal struggles for justice.

The organization expressed that Meghan's presence left the girls feeling heard, supported, and inspired.

During her visit, Meghan participated in discussions about Justice for Girls' decades-long work in advocating for girls' access to education, freedom from violence, indigenous rights, environmental justice, and the significance of girls' and young women's leadership.

However, some critics have dismissed Meghan's visit as a forced public relations stunt orchestrated by WME, a talent agency, solely for the purpose of media coverage.

They argue that Meghan's empty-handed visit, without making a donation, and her display of diamonds were merely for the cameras.

These critics claim that the organization's participants, particularly the underprivileged girls, have to endure such PR tactics.

Justice for Girls, founded 24 years ago, has not only focused on advocacy but has also established public education workshops, advocacy clinics, and local outreach initiatives.

Their efforts are aimed at combating violence, poverty, and racism among young women.

The organization also prioritizes criminal justice monitoring, advocacy, outreach for girls, and promoting girls' human rights.

It is worth noting that Meghan's interaction with her royal staffers was not met with the same understanding and support that she displayed during her visit to Justice for Girls.

Critics argue that she prioritized silence and obedience from her staff rather than ensuring they felt heard and inspired.

During her previous visit in 2020, Meghan received a gold and diamond whale tail pendant as a gift.

The pendant had been donated by local jeweler Holly Bartlett, who belongs to the Highla tribe.

Meghan's first visit left a positive impression on the organization, with Justice for Girls co-director Zoe Craig Sparrow stating that everyone felt at ease, thanks to the Duchess's presence.

Sparrow added that Meghan emphasized the importance of understanding the local context surrounding the issues faced by communities.

Annabel Webb, co-founder of Justice for Girls, shared the organization's intention, highlighting their commitment to addressing the specific needs and challenges voiced by young women themselves.

These challenges include factors that contribute to homelessness, incarceration, and worsening conditions of poverty and violence.

Critics have questioned Meghan's feminist advocacy, arguing that her actions have not truly championed women's rights.

They claim that she prioritized fame and money over respecting powerful women in her final years.

Some critics on social media have raised concerns about the Harkles, as the couple is often seen attaching their name to various charities, but then seemingly disappearing without further involvement.

They view this as a predictable pattern of behavior.