Duchess of Cornwall speaks out in support of domestic abuse victims
Such an important speech...
The Duchess of Cornwall has spoken out to support domestic abuse victims. Duchess Camilla made a moving speech yesterday.
- The Duchess of Cornwall has spoken out in support of domestic abuse victims.
- Duchess Camilla made a moving speech yesterday during a reception she hosted to celebrate an important charity.
- In other royal news, Prince Andrew made a surprise return to royal duties yesterday, three months after stepping down following his BBC Newsnight interview.
The Duchess of Cornwall has spoken out in support of domestic abuse victims.
Duchess Camilla hosted a reception yesterday afternoon at Clarence House to celebrate the 15th anniversary of charity Safelives.
The organisation works to tackle domestic abuse and violence for good so that more families can live in safety.
MORE: The huge clue that has left people convinced the Queen will abdicate this year
The royal welcomed staff from the charity to her home, as well as supporters of the organisation and those who have been helped by the charity.
Duchess Camilla, who is married to heir apparent Prince Charles, has been supporting the important charity since she learnt about their work back in 2016.
Sign up for the woman&home newsletter
Sign up to our free daily email for the latest royal and entertainment news, interesting opinion, expert advice on styling and beauty trends, and no-nonsense guides to the health and wellness questions you want answered.
She has since worked with the charity to assist them in giving support to those in need of their services.
Speaking at the reception yesterday, Camilla said, “I visited SafeLives for the first time in 2016 and, as I have said on numerous occasions, that memorable day fired my interest in domestic abuse.
”I did know of people who had suffered from it,” continued the Duchess, “but I was both shocked, and horrified by just how many thousands of people across the world live with it.
“I had the privilege of hearing incredibly brave women (some of whom are here today) standing up to tell their stories. Harrowing stories that reduced many of us listeners to tears.
“But with each story that is told, the taboo around domestic abuse weakens and the silence that surrounds it is broken,” she finished, “so other sufferers can know that there is hope for them and they are not alone".
Aleesha is Digital Beauty Editor at woman&home, where she gets to share her expertise into all the best techniques, sharpest tools and newest products—with a particular savvy in skincare and fragrance.
Previously, she was Deputy Editor and Beauty & Fashion Editor for My Imperfect Life, where she headed up the beauty, fashion and eCommerce pages. In the past, she has worked as Shopping Writer at woman&home, gained an AOP awards nomination after working on their news team, contributed to Women's Health, Stylist and Goodto and earned an MA in Magazine Journalism from City, University of London.
-
EarthKind Feather & Down Support Pillow review: an ethical spin on a traditional pillow type
This felt like sleeping on the traditional pillows of my childhood – but the feather and down in this pillow are all recycled.
By Caramel Quin Published
-
Is John Dutton dead? The Yellowstone character's fate explained
Yellowstone fans are shocked at the abrupt way Kevin Costner's character was apparently dispatched in the show - but is John Dutton really dead?
By Lucy Wigley Published
-
Prince Charles and Duchess Camilla get their first Covid-19 vaccine, Clarence House confirms
Prince Charles and Duchess Camilla get their first Covid-19 vaccine, Clarence House confirms
By Selina Maycock Published
-
The Duchess of Cornwall recycles a gorgeous purple plaid outfit in a visit to Wiltshire
By Rachel Hagan Published
-
How you can get your hands on a stylish royal face covering to rival the ones worn by Kate
The Royal Collection Trust's shop has released some cute designs so you can cover up in style.
By Selina Maycock Published
-
Duchess of Cornwall spotted in chic matching face mask as she visits Boots
By Aleesha Badkar Published
-
Prince Charles and Duchess of Cornwall in for disappointment as list of most popular royals is revealed
By Mariana Cerqueira Published
-
Prince Charles and Duchess Camilla break their silence on retirement plans
By Georgia Farquharson Published
-
Prince Charles and Duchess Camilla spotted at Asda as they make special post-lockdown announcement
By Aleesha Badkar Published
-
The Duchess of Cornwall was spotted wearing a very unusual accessory – and now we want one
By Caitlin Elliott Published