Duke and Duchess of Sussex recognise NAACP award recipient following Anne’s support for innovation
Harry and Meghan Markle have celebrated the achievements of a distinguished digital rights advocate, just days after Princess Anne marked a significant milestone in her role promoting technological advancements.
Through their Archewell Foundation, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex expressed their excitement in congratulating Dr Alondra Nelson, the latest recipient of the NAACP-Archewell Digital Civil Rights Award. This honour recognises individuals who champion civil rights in digital spaces and contribute to a safer online world.
Dr Nelson, a sociologist and artificial intelligence expert, was recognised for her research on the intersection of science, technology, medicine, and social inequality. Alongside the honour, she will receive a $100,000 grant to further her work, joining past recipients Dr Safiya Noble (2022), Nabiha Syed (2023), and Dr Joy Buolamwini (2024).
Archewell’s announcement comes shortly after King Charles acknowledged Princess Anne’s role as patron of the WISE Awards, which support pioneering AI-driven projects. The Princess Royal, who also serves as Chancellor of University College London, recently visited the institution’s East Campus to meet with researchers and scientists developing AI applications for search-and-rescue missions and precision surgery.
Harry and Meghan’s ongoing commitment to digital civil rights reflects the core mission of Archewell, which they founded in 2020 to support causes close to their hearts.
