Duchess Sophie praises women peacebuilders for their 'invaluable work'

The Duchess of Edinburgh has travelled to The Hague to join women peacebuilders from around the world.

Sophie was welcomed to the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons’ (ICAN) 11th Women, Peace and Security Forum.

She put women peacebuilders at the heart of her latest engagement as she attended the second day of ICAN’s “Security Reimagined” conference in The Hague.

The three-day gathering, titled “Security Reimagined”, is bringing together women leaders to consider what security means in today’s world and how communities can become safer and more resilient for both present and future generations.

Her attendance was warmly acknowledged by the organisers, who described her as a “dedicated champion of women peacebuilders”.

The opening day began with a welcome plenary titled “Landing Together, Together.”

The Duchess also thanked the women for their invaluable work and contribution, recognising the vital role they play in creating safer and more peaceful societies.

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Last week Sophie delighted royal fans with a recent appearance, but one particular detail left some viewers less than impressed.

The Duchess of Edinburgh attended a special luncheon at St James’s Palace last Wednesday, September 23, in her role as patron of the Hallé Concerts Society.

The gathering celebrated the “important relationship” between industry and culture in the UK.

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