Princess Kate, also known as the Princess of Wales, made a remarkable appearance at the Design Museum in London, delivering what aides have described as the most significant speech of her life.
Dressed in a striking purple co-ord suit by Amelia Wickstead and black high heels, the Royal exuded confidence from the moment she stepped foot into the venue.
During the Shaping Us National Symposium, Kate presented a manifesto for global change, emphasizing the importance of creating an international framework for children’s social and emotional development, essential skills that pave the way for adulthood.
In her opening remarks, Kate shed light on why championing early childhood is a cause close to her heart, stating, “People often ask me why I focus my time on early childhood.
The answer is because I care deeply about making a positive difference, in helping the most vulnerable and supporting those who are most in need.”
The Princess’s speech marked the commencement of the National Symposium, a prestigious event organized by the Princess of Wales and the Royal Foundation Centre.
Bringing together leaders from various disciplines, child and adult specialists, and influential thinkers, the symposium aimed to explore how our growth, thinking, and behavior shape our resilience for the future.
Renowned television presenter Fern Cotton hosted the event, serving as both a Shaping Us champion and a passionate advocate for mental health and wellbeing.
In addition to Princess Kate’s address, the symposium featured talks from thought leaders who outlined the scientific, economic, and human cases for prioritizing early childhood and its impact on our social and emotional development.
The Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood spearheaded a groundbreaking global listening exercise, involving experts from 21 countries worldwide.
This collaborative effort sought to establish a shared understanding of the foundational skills necessary for healthy childhood development and their relevance in shaping fulfilling adult lives.
By identifying a set of common core skills applicable to both children and adults, the aim was to foster unity and facilitate action at every level.
The Shaping Us National Symposium served as a platform to unveil the findings from this comprehensive exercise, emphasizing the need for prioritizing social and emotional skills.
The event focused on driving tangible actions that would elevate the importance of these skills in society.