The Feminist Princess: Meghan Markle And Feminism

From a very young age, Meghan Markle's true passion was helping others and working to make the world a more just and equal place. An actor and ambassador for UN Women, Markle is all set to marry Prince Harry on May 19. Here, we round up an empowering set of work and quotes by this royal-to-be feminist princess.

1. Became an advocate for equality at the age of 11

Markle has given out some remarkable statements highlighting the importance of commitment towards social change.

"With fame comes opportunity, but it also includes responsibility – to advocate and share, to focus less on glass slippers and more on pushing through glass ceilings. And, if I’m lucky enough, to inspire."

"Don't give it five minutes if you're not going to give it five years," she wrote in a column in Elle.

"If my name is going to be on something, I'm going to have my say."

5. On Being A Woman

"Women make up more than half of the world's population and potential. So it is neither just nor practical for their voices, for our voices, to go unheard at the highest levels of decision making."

"Women need a seat at the table, they need an invitation to be seated there, and in some cases, where this is not available, they need to create their own table. We need a global understanding that we cannot implement change effectively without women's political participation."

6. In 2016, Markle became a global ambassador for World Vision Canada, a global Christian humanitarian organisation. She travelled to Rwanda for their Clean Water Campaign. As part of it, she also travelled to India to raise awareness of issues concerning women.

7. "You don't have to play dress-up to be a feminist. You are a feminist exactly the way you are. And, you can be a woman who wants to look good and still stand up for the equality of women. There's no uniform for feminism; You are a feminist exactly the way you are," She told Create & Cultivate.

Markle believes that feminists have no uniform. She said that being a feminist requires no specifics and that anyone can be an advocate for women.

8. Markle only admires leaders who affect change

Markle confessed that her works and exposure are significant in being recognised as World Vision's ambassador. But, personally, she was never star struck by A-list actors because what impresses her is one's contribution to the world. In an interview with Elle UK, she said, "While most become star struck by A-list actors, you'll only see me in awe of leaders effecting change."

9. "Above all, don't ever forget your worth - as I've told you time and time again: you, my sweet friend, you are enough."

When Markle decided to shut down her blog, The Tig, she left her followers with an empowering message. It spoke of  their value and importance. She told women through the platform that they are enough on their own.

10. In 2014, Markle was a counsellor for international charity One Young World. She spoke at the annual summit in Dublin on topics of gender equality and modern day slavery. Also, the same year, she travelled to Afghanistan and Spain as part of the United Service Organisations Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Holiday Tour.

Markle has contributed immensely in the world of activism by getting involved in a number of philanthropic projects. As an actor and, most importantly, as a humanitarian, Meghan Markle continues to empower and inspire women around the world.

Also: Seven Empowering Feminist Quotes by Gloria Steinem

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