Prince Harry has joined European leaders and campaigners in Brussels to call for stronger safeguards that protect children online. The Duke of Sussex made a poignant appearance at the European Parliament as a powerful new memorial honoring young victims of online violence was unveiled.
During the visit, Prince Harry attended the launch of the Lost Screen Memorial. This emotional initiative was organized by Archewell Philanthropies in partnership with the European Parliament Intergroup on Children’s Rights to help protect children online.
The memorial brings together the stories of families whose children died after experiencing online violence, highlighting the devastating consequences of digital abuse and harmful behavior. By bringing these families together at the European Parliament, Prince Harry is shining a spotlight on the urgent need to protect children online.
Rather than focusing on cold statistics, the installation gives a direct voice to the grieving families left behind. Backed by Prince Harry at the European Parliament, the display shares their lived experiences and the deep pain they continue to endure while urging lawmakers to protect children online.
The installation also raises critical questions about the role of technology companies and how digital platforms are designed. Speakers alongside Prince Harry at the European Parliament examined whether current safeguards are doing enough to protect children online and shield vulnerable young users.
Prince Harry was among the key speakers at the unveiling, appearing alongside European Parliament President Roberta Metsola and MEP López-Istúriz, the first vice-chair of the Children’s Rights Intergroup. Together, the leaders emphasized that international cooperation is essential to protect children online.
Following the ceremony, López-Istúriz praised Prince Harry and Archewell for helping bring this vital issue before lawmakers at the European Parliament. He credited the Duke of Sussex for supporting efforts that turn calls to protect children online into concrete legislative action.
López-Istúriz called for tougher legislation across the EU, better prevention measures, and greater support for victims and their families. Speaking from the European Parliament, he joined Prince Harry in calling for a global coalition capable of holding technology companies accountable so they protect children online.
“These families deserve more than sympathy. They deserve action,” López-Istúriz said at the European Parliament, stressing that children’s safety must not be negotiable when pushing for laws that protect children online.
Away from his digital safety campaign in Brussels, Prince Harry also received praise for his commitment to sustainable travel. The royal recently met with the head of the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) at the Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards in London.
Key Takeaways:
- Prince Harry joined the European Parliament in Brussels to unveil the moving Lost Screen Memorial and protect children online.
- Organized by Archewell Philanthropies and the European Parliament Intergroup on Children’s Rights, the installation shares real family stories to protect children online.
- Alongside his Brussels appearance, Prince Harry also earned praise in London for his ongoing commitment to sustainable travel.
