The Invictus Games, an international multi-sport event for wounded, injured, and sick military service personnel, will commence in Vancouver and Whistler on February 8. Prince Harry, who launched the event in 2014, has consistently attended the games, alongside Meghan Markle, since Toronto 2017. The games, held every two years, serve as a platform to celebrate resilience and determination while promoting the recovery and rehabilitation of wounded veterans.
This year, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are not only focusing on the upcoming Invictus Games but also marking Black History Month by sharing a curated list of resources. These include the digital gallery The Kinsey African American Art & History Collection and the California African American Museum in Los Angeles. Their message aims to encourage engagement with these cultural institutions throughout February in the US and Canada and in October in the UK.
"The civil rights history of tomorrow is being written today,"
Prince Harry and Meghan's commitment to the Invictus Games reflects their dedication to supporting and celebrating the military community. The event has become a symbol of resilience, determination, and service. The inaugural games took place in London, establishing a legacy that continues to inspire. The next tournament after Vancouver and Whistler will take place in Birmingham, UK, in 2027.
Meghan Markle has participated in various editions of the Invictus Games, including Sydney in 2018, The Hague in 2022, and Düsseldorf in 2023. Her involvement underscores the couple's ongoing support for veterans. In addition to their involvement with the games, Meghan contributed to an op-ed for Black History Month in 2022. She spoke with Anita Hill about Ketanji Brown Jackson's historic Supreme Court nomination.
"Judge Jackson's nomination has opened new ground for women's representation at the highest level of a judicial system that for too long has tilted against the very community she hails from."
Their message during Black History Month also emphasizes the importance of recognizing Black achievement throughout history.
"For the millions of young women who will rightfully find inspiration from this moment, let's remind ourselves that Black achievement is something that exists not just today or yesterday, and not just in moments of celebration, but as a fabric woven into the entire chronicle of the American story."
