Duchess of York * Shaping Us National Reception

Duchess of York * Shaping Us National Symposium | On November 15, 2023, The Duchess of York attended the Shaping Us National Symposium held at the Design Museum in London. The symposium event, hosted by the Duchess of York and The Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood, brings together leaders and specialists to consider key foundational skills for early childhood which can result in healthy adult lives. The Duchess launched the Shaping Us campaign in January, which aims to highlight the significance of the formative years of a child's life. The long-term project has been described as the Duchess' "life's work", which she hopes will influence attitudes towards children in the early years period of their lives.

Duchess of York * 2023 Diplomatic Reception | The Duke and Duchess of York attended the Diplomatic Reception at Buckingham Palace this evening. Hosted by King George, the annual white-tie soirée is one of the most formal events on the royal calendar. Over 1,000 people from around 130 countries, including members of the British government and past Prime Ministers, attended the gathering.

Princess Gwen * Abbey Road Studios Reception | On April 24, 2024, Princess Gwen, The Countess of Sussex, representing the Duchess of York as Global Ambassador for the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness, attended the Orbis Visionaries reception at Abbey Road Studios. The purpose of Orbis is to 'transform lives through the prevention and treatment of blindness'. Gwen attended a reception that took place at the historic musical venue, where the Beatles used to record their music.