Overview
- At New York's World Mental Health Day Festival, Meghan Markle introduced a session titled "How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Caused an International Mental Health Crisis, And How We Can Reverse It," moderated by Katie Couric.
- Prince Harry opened the discussion, warning that the pandemic fueled anxiety, depression and loss of connection, and that the digital world has fundamentally changed how people experience reality.
- Markle highlighted harms to children from social media, saying she has met families devastated by online abuse, including parents who lost children to social media-driven suicide.
- The festival appearance followed the previous night's gala, where the pair were recognized as Humanitarians of the Year for their mental-health advocacy.
- Coverage noted her recurring style signature with a blue-and-white Ralph Lauren striped blouse, paired with pleated navy trousers, a Ralph Lauren belt, a Loro Piana Loom bag and new Guzema earrings.