Prince Harry Said he was “in the trauma” after he resigned as a guardian CentbleAn African charitable organization that laid the foundation for the help of young people with HIV and AIDS in Lesotho and Botswana almost 20 years ago.
The Duke of Sussex said his resignation was due to a dispute between board members and board members, which the board chair, who refused to refuse to hold office and prosecute the charity, According to the Times.
Sophie Chandauka, Chair of St. Bell, (center); On August 12, 2023 in Singapore, St. Bell ISPS Handa Polo Cup co -founder of St. Bell's co -founder, Nacho Fegirus, Saint Bell's ambassador (left), and Prince Harry posted for a photo.
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Prince Harry laid the foundation of Sentable in memory of his late mother, Princess DianaIn 2006, with Prince Seyu of Lesotho, when he spent time working in an orphanage in Lesotho during a vacuum year.
Prince Seyu and the Board of Trustee have also joined Harry in leaving St. Bell after the broken relationship between the board members and Chandoka.
In a joint statement, the princes said, “What is transferred is unimaginable. We are in shock that we have to do this, but our St. Bell's beneficiaries have a permanent responsibility, so we will share all our concerns with the Charity Commission how it happened.”
“About 20 years ago, we laid the foundation of St. Bell in honor of our mothers. St. Bell means 'not forgotten' in Lesotho's native language, Sesootho, and we have always promised for the young people we have served through this charity. There is no difference today.”
He added, “With heavy hearts, we have resigned from our roles as patrons of the organization until further information, with the support and expressions of the Board of Trustee, who have had to do so.” “It is disastrous that the relationship between the charity trustee and the board chair creates an unbearable situation, irrespective of repairing.”
The prince's statement added that “these trustees worked in the best interest of charity to leave the chair, keeping in mind the welfare of the staff. As a result, it further clarified the broken relationship and sought the charity for being a volunteer.”
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Prince Harry and Prince Sevico thanked the trustees for their “services for years” and said they were “really heartbroken that they had to follow the act.”
He concluded, “Although we can no longer be a guardian, we will always be the founder of it, and we will never forget about what is capable of achieving it when this charity is in the right care.”
It's a He said he had reported the trustee of St. Bell The Charity Commission, a government department in the UK, organizes human -friendly organizations, and filed a dissertation in the British court to stop its elimination.
In a statement, he made allegations of mismanagement in the charity without naming anyone.
“There are people in this world who behave as they are above the law and abuse people, and then play the affected cards and use the press that they harm to those who dare to challenge their behavior,” said Chandoka, “
He said, “It was the story of a woman who dared to whistle about poor governance, weak executive management, power abuse, bullying, harassment, mismanagement and corruption.
BBC Reported that Charity Commission He said it is “aware of the concerns about the rule of St. Bell”, which is registered in the UK
“We are assessing matters to determine the appropriate disciplinary measures,” he added.
Prince Harry and Prince Sevico announced their resignation, Saint Belle Shared a statement on social media To tell their followers that “work is going on because they do not deserve less.”
According to the statement, “These are incredible teams on earth – our staff and local partners – who live our mission every day, and walk along with children and young people we serve.”
The statement continues, “Although the trustee is key to governance and regulation, and the guardian – especially the founders – is the honor of the founders, but these are the people of the field who are moving the work, no matter what.” “Our commitment to help young people in South Africa with better health, strong livelihood and climate flexibility is as strong as ever.”
Prince Harry last visited St. Bell in Lesotho in October 2024, when he spent time talking to young people and other people connected with the campfire around the campfire.
He told them in the event, “You don't always realize how important your influence is, but if it changes a person's life, it is worth it.”
Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, is speaking in a happy program at the Mamohato Children's Center in St. Bell, in which the guidance of young people from Botswana and celebrates the Basatho culture in Masro, Lesotho on October 1, 2024, on October 1, 2024.
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Duke of Sussex publicly Retreated from the royal family He made a speech in January 2020 and to tackle the decision at St. Bell's Charity Dinner.
He started, “Thanks for coming here for St. Bell, in a charitable institution and Prince Save in 2006 created back to respect my mother's legacy in supporting HIV and AIDS victims.”
He said he first visited Lesotho in 2004 and “was shown by my dear friend Prince Seyiso.”
Prince Harry said, “Many children faced problems and challenges, and with the support of local partners, we set up a St. Bell two years later.”
“From the beginning, we have developed a lot of programs and set up a mammato center for this purpose to allow the children of children to be infamous that allows the HIV epidemic to be promoted. Half of these children lost one or both of their parents from the virus.”
He added that the clubs, camps and programs of Lesotho and Botswana “help children and young adults know that they can live a happy and productive life even though HIV is positive.”
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