Meghan Markle is set to embark on a solo trip to Switzerland this weekend as part of her ongoing commitment to advocate for safer online environments for children. The Duchess of Sussex will be participating in the inauguration of the poignant Lost Screen Memorial, where she will join World Health Organisation (WHO) Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus among other global health leaders. The event is part of the build-up to the 79th World Health Assembly, which takes place in Geneva.
:max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(jpeg)/Meghan-Markle-050326-19996ce8794c463294e2c5074a0df3a9.jpg)
The announcement was made on May 15, indicating that Meghan, aged 44, will be in attendance at the illumination event on Sunday, May 17. The memorial, which will light up Geneva’s Place des Nations, honours children whose lives have tragically been cut short due to online violence and digital harm. The installation will feature 50 illuminated lightboxes, each representing the lock screen image of a child lost to such circumstances.
During the ceremony, Meghan will pay homage to the youngsters commemorated by this memorial, emphasising the pressing need for robust global protections for children navigating the digital landscape. Joining her will be Amy Neville, an advocate for online child safety, whose son Alexander is one of the names exhibited. Neville is expected to share her heartbreaking story during the event.
The Lost Screen Memorial is a collaborative initiative between Meghan and Prince Harry’s philanthropic organisation, Archewell, and The Parents’ Network. Initially launched in New York City in April 2025 as part of their No Child Lost to Social Media campaign, the memorial’s recent Geneva display will be available for viewing until May 22.
Speaking at the memorial’s previous launch in Manhattan, Meghan underscored the collective responsibility to ensure children’s safety online. She remarked, “These are families that we have been working with for several years. No matter how polarised the world is, one thing we can all agree on is that our children should be safe.” Her sentiments were echoed by Prince Harry, who expressed concern about the exposure of children to harmful online content, stressing that no child should suffer exploitation or harassment in digital spaces.
The installation is intended to draw attention to the very real dangers of online violence against children, which can include cyberbullying, grooming, and exposure to inappropriate content. Meghan and Harry have staunchly advocated for change in this area, drawing upon their own experiences and the emotional toll of social media.
Earlier this year, during discussions with youth in Australia, Meghan candidly shared her struggles with online bullying, stating that she had been “bullied and attacked” every day for a decade. She described her experience as being “the most trolled person in the entire world,” urging young individuals to rise above the cruelty often perpetuated by the social media industry.
In a related vein, Prince Harry highlighted the detrimental effects of social media on mental health, expressing regret over having waited too long before seeking support through therapy, which he described as a transformative experience. His reflections resonated with many, reinforcing the importance of mental health and wellness in a society increasingly dominated by digital interactions.
As the Duchess prepares for her meaningful engagement in Switzerland, her efforts highlight a critical intersection of health and technology—the need to create safer online spaces where children can thrive free from the risks associated with digital harm. By collaborating with international leaders and advocates, Meghan Markle and Archewell Philanthropies continue their mission to foster a culture of safety and support for the younger generation. The Lost Screen Memorial stands as a sobering reminder of the work yet to be done in safeguarding the children of today for a better tomorrow.