Overview

• On June 25, the Prince and Princess of Wales privately hosted Melinda French Gates at Windsor Castle, marking Kate’s first work engagement since skipping Royal Ascot
• The meeting was recorded in the Court Circular and focused on The Royal Foundation’s initiatives in early childhood development and mental health
• Melinda French Gates, founder of Pivotal Ventures and co-founder of the Gates Foundation, brought expertise in advancing women’s equality and global health
• Kate missed Royal Ascot on June 18 to continue her cancer recovery after her name was removed from the carriage procession list shortly after it was published
• Since announcing remission in January, the Princess has increased her public appearances with Trooping the Colour on June 14 and the Order of the Garter service on June 16