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The Countess of Wessex partners with Angelina Jolie to end sexual violence in war zones

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8th March 2019
“We must ensure that the silence that hides pain and suffering is turned into voices of hope and a reason to continue to act.” – The Countess of Wessex The Countess of Wessex is taking a stand against sex crimes in conflict zones, joining Angelina Jolie to work with the Preventing Sexual Violence in Conflict Initiative (PSVI). Her involvement in the initiative, as well as Women…
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Countess of Wessex attends Preventing Sexual Violence Initiative conference

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28th February 2019
Yesterday, the Countess of Wessex attended a conference on the Preventing Sexual Violence Initiative at Wilton Park – the executive agency of the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office. The initiative was launched in 2012 and according to Buckingham Palace, “has since sought to raise awareness about the extent of sexual violence against women, men, girls and boys in conflict. “Sexual…
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The Countess of Wessex's Day in Cumbria

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7th February 2019
You know what it’s like for a royal going about their business. One minute you’re learning to be a barista, the next you’re starting at a wall of silage. That’s just what happened to the Countess of Wessex as she headed to Cumbria for a day of engagements. (Photo: Royal Family Twitter) Sophie spent Wednesday in the county and, as many of us do mid week, started off with…
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The Queen attends Church alongside Princess Anne and The Earl & Countess of Wessex

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30th December 2018
The Queen attended Church on Sunday morning in Sandringham where she was joined by her two of her children, Princess Anne and Prince Edward. Her Majesty arrived at St Mary Magdalene Church by car. She was wearing a bright magenta outfit with a matching hat alongside her trusted handbag. Joining the monarch for the service was the Earl and Countess of Wessex, alongside their daughter, Lady Louise…
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