revealed:
"We are delighted to confirm that the Duchess of Sussex will remain a patron of Smart Works."
ROYAL PATRONAGES
When Markle first became a member of the royal family, she was given three other patronages alongside Smart Works, including the National Theatre, the Association of Commonwealth Universities, and Mayhew.
When it was confirmed that Prince Harry and his wife would not return as working members of the royal family, it was also announced that the National Theatre and the Association of Commonwealth Universities would be returned to the Queen.
MAINTAINING MAYHEW
With her responsibility with the arts and education turned over to Queen Elizabeth, Markle held on to both Smart Works and Mayhew, an animal welfare charity.
The Duchess of Sussex's interest in animal welfare has been apparent for several years. When Markle was first announced as the organization's Royal Patron, they shared their excitement about working with her to invest in people and animals.
Smart Works wasn't the only one to receive a letter from the royal in celebration of International Women's Day as Markle also penned a heartfelt message for the Robert Clack Upper School.
The Duchess reflected on her visit to the school a year ago and thanked the students for the special memories that she shares with each of them. She also shared that she still wears the Debate Society team jacket that they gifted her.
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