The Princess of Wales has hailed the “resilience and quiet strength” of women in a social media post marking International Women’s Day. In a message signed “C” on X, Kate said: “Today we celebrate the kindness, resilience and quiet strength of women in our families and communities.”
She added: “This day is about standing up alongside one another – recognising the loving influence of women, who nurture hope, encourage others and help make the world kinder and more compassionate.” The princess, who became patron of the Maternal Mental Health Alliance in 2022, recently visited Powys, Wales, to discuss mothers’ mental health.
The royal family’s Instagram account also celebrated model and actress Ellie Goldstein, who last year became the first Strictly Come Dancing contestant with Down’s syndrome. The post read: “This International Women’s Day, we celebrate the wonderful Ellie Goldstein and the extraordinary legacy she created.”
The Duchess of Edinburgh, patron of Mencap, welcomed Goldstein and her Strictly partner Vito Coppola to St James’s Palace earlier this week. “Alongside Ellie’s mum and the CEO of @Mencap, the trio discussed the lasting impact of Ellie’s appearance on the show – and there was even time to show Her Royal Highness a few moves,” the post added.
Meanwhile, the Duchess of Sussex shared a picture of herself and daughter Princess Lili on Instagram, taken by “Papa Sussex”. Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson also marked the day, advising women: “Don’t question your own abilities, plenty of people will do that for you. Just make sure along the way that you support other girls and young women.”
