Meghan Markle and Prince Harry shine a light on Syrian refugees as part of charitable new movement
06 August, 2019
They have more than 9.3 million fans on Instagram but, as part of their official social media platform, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex follow just 15 accounts.
The minimal number is no accident, however, with the royals choosing to highlight a select number of initiatives as part of a new movement.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle put a call out to their followers last week, asking fans to suggest "the people, organisations and causes that you find inspiring or noteworthy".
Now the royals have chosen their favourites that they are now following under the Sussex Royal account – one of which works with Syrian refugees in Lebanon.
The idea was spawned from another of Markle's recent endeavours, her guest-edit of September's British Vogue. Entitled Forces for Change, the issue of the esteemed fashion magazine was themed around those making a difference in the world.
"Many of you have suggested that we use this month as an opportunity to highlight lesser-known organisations and shine a light on those working hard behind the scenes that may not get the level of attention that they so rightly deserve," read a statement from the Sussexes on Instagram, as they revealed the accounts they had chosen to follow.
"These accounts showcase those persevering at the grassroots level, connecting our global community through a shared lens of giving back and helping one another. We were so happy to learn about them and are now able to share them with you."
Among the causes championed by the royals is a non-profit that supports refugees' mental health, a charity dedicated to preserving the population of bees and one focused on marine conservation.
Below, we outline the organisations selected by Sussexes.
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