It was the first time Prince William has spoken out against homophobia.
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According to theDaily Mail, England’s future king participated in an event on bullying and cyberbullying with students from Hammersmith Academy in West London.
Queen Elizabeth II, in particular, though outspoken in her condemnation of all forms of discrimination has been criticized for never explicitly supporting same-sex marriage in the United Kingdom. “To have somebody of that stature and that high up, speaking up against homophobia, biphobia and transphobia”.
The teenager, now an anti-bullying ambassador, said the Duke’s actions were a “powerful message from the Royal Family” and added: “There’s something deeply right in his wanting justice and everybody to be equal”. It’s just incredible to see someone from royalty stand up and say this..
Bullying is an issue that some members of the Royal Family have experienced during their school days.
The non-profit Diana Award organisation have specialist staff who visit schools and brief parents and teachers on practical tips to prevent bullying.
A spokesperson from Kensington Palace explained to People that William got involved with the program because he was drawn to the “the idea of a peer-led support network to prevent any child or young person suffering in silence”. He said we need to educate and raise awareness.
These were stuck to a volunteer and a boy was covered in the pieces of paper – the Duke’s advice was “communicate”. Since 1999, the Diana Award has recognised over 44,000 young people who have made a positive difference to their community. “He was really humble and great with the kids”, Scott said.
A recent survey they carried out found 35% of young people don’t feel comfortable telling anyone about bullying, with 59% of pupils saying bullying made them think about skipping school.
He added: “It’s an honour and a privilege to have someone like the Duke of Cambridge recognising the work of anti-bullying initiatives”. Broughton told the Duke of Cambridge he was bullied by an anonymous online stalker who urged him to commit suicide after he came out as gay.
Before adding, “He was relaxed with the young people”.
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