Prince Harry Speaks Out About His Kids Archie & Lilibet Not Having Social Media

Yahoo

30-04-2025

Although Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been gracing us more with rare moments of their kids, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex still have rules in regards to social media and they are implementing those ideals in their charities. The couple has just revealed a new initiative of the Archewell Foundation that focuses on the dangers of social media for children.
On April 23rd, the duo and the Archewell Foundation Parents' Network unveiled the Lost Screen Memorial, an art installation that honors the lives of children lost to online harm. According to Business Insider, Prince Harry shared his own thoughts on the tough subject, saying he was 'glad' his kids were way too young for social media—a sentiment I bet some parents can agree with.
Per BI, Prince Harry's exact words were: "Life is better off of social media. We're just grateful that our kids are too young to be on social media."
The 40-year-old also pointed out that while it may be completely impossible to shield children from social media, he hope there will be better regulations to keep them safe. "While social media companies claim to be taking action, most still withhold critical date from grieving parents—data that could provide answers and accountability. This is a growing criss. Social media is quietly taking our children, and those with the power to make chance are failing to act," he shared.
The installation is part of their "No Child Lost to Social Media" campaign. It featured 50 art pieces on large screens (depicting smartphones), each one having an image of a child who died because of social media. The couple spent time walking through the installation and joined a private vigil with the parents of the children from the artwork. Although the IRL installation is no longer there, you can see it digitally on the foundation's site and join in demanding more safety standards for children.
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Meanwhile Markle shared her own thoughts on Instagram, sharing, "If you choose to be on social media, let's be the example for our youth, sharing goodness and kindness and positivity. Let's tell our children that they are enough, and that this life is worth living. And let's ensure that no child is lost to social media. With your support, we can effect change."
Back in 2024, the 42-year-old shared her stance on social media, saying it was very toxic while she was pregnant with both children. She revealed, 'The bulk of the bullying and the abuse that I was experiencing in social media and online was when I was pregnant, with Archie and with Lili, and with a newborn with each of them,' she said. 'It's not catty, it's cruel.'
At the same time, it was her husband that helped her cope with her negativity and it looks like together they are hoping to help others tackling the bad sides of social media with active change.
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