Prince Harry pays tribute to resilience of ill children

Prince Harry makes full of his UK visit!

The Duke of Sussex, on the occasion of 20th anniversary of the WellChild Awards in London, he paid heartfelt tribute to the courage and resilience of seriously ill children and their families.

The Duke shared about many challenges that have been overcome and the significance of charity work.

Harry, who has been part of charitable works for a long time, in his speech, recalled his first WellChild Awards ceremony 18 years ago, where he was struck by the love and energy in the room, as well as the unpredictability.

"I walked into the room, and within about three minutes I realised two things: the love and energy in the room was palpable, so too was the unpredictability!" he said.

The prince acknowledged the challenges that WellChild has faced over the years, but praised the organisation's commitment to its mission.

"So much has happened since those early days, for me, for you and for WellChild. The world has thrown a fair few challenges our way. But through it all, WellChild has remained rock solid in its mission: to give children and young people with complex medical needs the chance to thrive, not in hospital, but at home, surrounded by family, friends, and community," he said.

He called on the audience to think about how they can play a part in advancing WellChild's crucial work. "Tonight, I'd ask each of you to think about how you can play your part, whether through support, awareness, or action, to help advance this crucial work," he said.

The ceremony was filled with lighthearted moments like Harry engaged in a playful fencing match with a young child using balloon swords.

The child also gave him presents for his children, Archie and Lilibet, which Harry gratefully accepted.