In May 2022 the Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle visited the memorial of the murdered school children in Uvalde Texas. The senseless killings in Texas rocked the nation which is in mourning. This came as no surprise to everyone who knows the compassionate Duchess of Sussex. Paying her respects in a private capacity is something that is consistent with the Duchess. While on royal tour of South Africa in 2019 the Duchess also visited a memorial for murdered South Africa student Uyinene Mrwetyana.

Meghan tied a ribbon at the site where Mrwetyana was killed, “to show solidarity with those who have taken a stand against gender-based violence and femicide.” She also paid her condolences to Mrwetyana’s mother.

it was important for Meghan, as a mother herself, to make the trip to Uvalde and extend her condolences and support to the Texas community during this difficult time. She visited the memorial site, outside of Uvalde County Court, leaving a bouquet of white roses at the base of one of the memorial headstones.

Residents in Uvalde were appreciative that the Duchess used her platform to pay respect to their loved ones. Their opinion is the only one that matters.

The Duchess offered her support to those who are helping in the community. Volunteers at the Texas Blood and Tissue told reporters that she brought them some food and beverages. Many people who were there did not even know it was her until after she left. She was careful not to draw attention to herself but to use her voice to shed light on the tragedy.

We all know that adding a little dose of compassion to someone’s day can uplift their spirits. Studies show that people feel happier after performing an act of compassion. Even the smallest and simplest gesture can brighten up someone’s day. It makes us feel more connected to each other. There are several ways to sprinkle compassion into your day. Meghan’s life purpose is to uplift and unite communities.

Meghan told the people that she met in South Africa:

My husband and I have been closely following what you’ve been experiencing here. We are eager to learn and see first-hand the work that you’re doing, the vital work that you’re doing, and that everything that is being done on the ground is making the great change that you not only need but that you deserve.

The Duchess took private visits and meetings to deepen her understanding of the circumstance that led to Uyinene and the Uvalde tragic deaths. Long before the Duchess met Prince Harry her husband, she was UN advocate for women and girls.
During the royal tour Meghan publicly addressed the issue of gender-based violence Nyanga township, where they met members of a local initiative who educate children about their rights and empower young girls through self-defense classes.
Compassion makes us feel more connected to each other. Meghan’s life purpose is to uplift and unite communities.