Duchess Sophie marked the third anniversary of the war in Sudan with a deeply focused visit to Plan International’s headquarters in London.
She joined youth campaigners and government representatives to highlight the world’s worst humanitarian crisis.
As patron of the children’s charity, the Duchess took part in a roundtable discussion which explored the devastating impact the conflict has had on civilians.
Speaking at the event, she described Sudan as experiencing “the most horrific human cost on the planet.”
Despite her experience speaking with women affected by conflict globally, the accounts from Sudan stood out as some of the most disturbing she has encountered.
She went on to emphasize the importance of continued attention and international responsibility, saying: “No human being should ever have to face such destruction and violence.
We must not forget them and I will continue to raise my voice where and when I can.”
During the Plan International gathering, Sophie also added a handwritten message to a “reflection tree”, writing: “Peace is the only option. The people of Sudan are not forgotten.”
