Duchess Sofia marked the third anniversary of the war in Sudan with a deeply focused visit to Plan International’s London headquarters.
He joined youth advocates and government representatives to highlight the world’s worst humanitarian crisis.
As patron of the children’s charity, the Duchess took part in a panel discussion examining the devastating impact the conflict has had on civilians.
During the event, he described Sudan as a country that is experiencing “the most horrendous human cost on the planet.”
Despite her experience speaking to women affected by conflict globally, the stories that emerged from Sudan stood out as some of the most harrowing she has encountered.
He went on to emphasize the importance of sustained attention and international responsibility, saying: “No human being should ever face such devastation and violence.
We must not forget them and I will continue to raise my voice wherever and whenever I can.”
During the Plan International meeting, Sophie also added a handwritten message to a “reflection tree”, which read: “Peace is the only option. The people of Sudan are not forgotten.”
