Harry and Meghan to Tour World Central Kitchen's Middle East Headquarters in Jordan
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have embarked on a significant humanitarian mission to Jordan, where they will spend their second day visiting the regional headquarters of the World Central Kitchen. This organisation, founded by renowned chef Jose Andres, plays a crucial role in providing sustenance during crises, particularly in conflict zones.
Feeding Gaza: A Million Meals Daily
During their visit, Harry and Meghan will gain firsthand insight into how the World Central Kitchen coordinates and deploys an astonishing one million hot meals across Gaza every single day. The organisation leverages an extensive network of field kitchens, community kitchens, bakeries, and strategic partners to achieve this feat, enabling nearly half of Gaza's population to receive essential nourishment. This operation highlights the critical importance of food security in humanitarian emergencies.
WHO-Invited Mission to Support Refugees
The Sussexes' journey to Jordan was initiated at the invitation of Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesu, the director-general of the World Health Organisation (WHO). Their primary objective is to deepen their understanding of the ongoing humanitarian efforts aimed at supporting the health and wellbeing of Syrian and Palestinian refugees who have sought sanctuary in Jordan over many decades. This visit underscores their commitment to global health and refugee advocacy.
Focus on Mental Health and Rehabilitation
Promoting mental health support is a central theme of Harry and Meghan's visit. They will be accompanied by a WHO delegation to tour the national centre for the rehabilitation of addicts, which operates under Jordan's ministry of health's national centre for mental health. This facility, with a 40-bed capacity, has been operational since its inauguration in 2001. It serves as a short-term residential and outpatient treatment centre, offering comprehensive services including medical withdrawal support, psychological counselling, and social rehabilitation programmes.
Final Day Engagements with Local Leaders
On their concluding day in Jordan, the Sussexes will engage with female leaders at the Jordanian Hashemite Fund for Human Development, an organisation recognised as a pioneer in sustainable human development initiatives. Additionally, they will tour the King Hussein Cancer Centre, further emphasising their focus on healthcare and wellbeing during this diplomatic and humanitarian visit.
