Prince Harry and Meghan Markle visited The Archewell Foundation’s San Antonio Welcome Project on Friday.
The couple were in Texas for Meghan, 42, to appear on a panel at arts festival that evening in Austin, around an hour away.
Their visit, details of which were shared on Archewell’s slick website, explained that the project ‘ supports the creation of programming for women who have recently resettled from Afghanistan‘.
According to reports, The Welcome Project has evolved from Meghan’s earlier work with the UK’s Hubb Community Kitchen.
According to the website: ‘Together with The Archewell Foundation’s partner, Culturingua, this sector of The Welcome Project gathers regularly to further develop their sewing skills and build community.’
Meghan Markle engages with one of the women at The Archewell Foundation’s San Antonio Welcome Project during a visit on Friday
The former senior royal donned a dark blue blazer as she visited the location, with she paired with slim fitting dark trousers.
Meghan tied her long tresses into a low ponytail, with loose waves tumbling down her back.
She accessorised the ensemble with several pieces of gold jewellery, including what appeared to be Diana, Princess of Wales’ Cartier gold Tank watch.
The Duchess paired this with a gold tennis bracelet and another chunky gold bangle, all worn on one wrist.
Photos from the visit show the former senior royals join the women as they work on their projects.
They added that they ‘learned about the newfound joy and creativity they have fostered with one another’.
Concluding the visit, everyone enjoyed a home cooked meal.
As part of the project, these meals, known as ‘Welcome Dinners’ are designed to bring together the initiative’s participants over food.
As part of the meal, the Duchess – who has spoken about her love of cooking on multiple occasions – joined in on making bolani, a traditional Afghan flat bread.
The Welcome Project was announced in December, 2023.
According to Archewell: ‘With a belief in the power of connection and a goal of uplifting communities, The Welcome Project supports the creation of programming for women who have recently resettled from Afghanistan.
‘There are currently 11 active Welcome Projects across the U.S. designed to foster a sense of belonging through activities including sewing, art, hiking, swimming, photography, storytelling, and cooking.
‘By facilitating women-based programming, The Welcome Project also brings access to critical resources and opportunities that not only supports the women participating in The Welcome Project, but also improves the lives of those around them – their families and their communities.’
