Princess Eugenie’s Anti-Slavery Legacy: A Royal Step Down

In a significant development, Princess Eugenie, a prominent figure in the fight against modern slavery, has resigned from her role as patron of the esteemed Anti-Slavery International charity. This move comes in the wake of the release of the Epstein files, which have cast a shadow over her father, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the former Prince Andrew.

Anti-Slavery International, the world's oldest human rights organization, has removed Princess Eugenie's profile from its website, where she was previously celebrated for her work in combating modern slavery.

The charity, in a statement, expressed gratitude for the Princess's support over the past seven years and hoped that she would continue her efforts to eradicate slavery. This decision comes as a result of the ongoing controversy surrounding the Epstein files and the subsequent allegations against her father.

Princess Eugenie, who has dedicated her career to raising awareness about modern slavery and trafficking, has not publicly commented on the Epstein files or the accusations against her father. It is important to note that there is no suggestion of any wrongdoing by the Princess, her sister Princess Beatrice, or their mother, Sarah Ferguson, in relation to the late convicted sex offender, Jeffrey Epstein.

The Princess, who works as a director for the art gallery Hauser & Wirth, co-founded the Anti-Slavery Collective in 2017 with her friend Julia de Boinville. This separate charity has also faced scrutiny over its expenditure, with concerns raised by the Charity Commission.

Despite the challenges, Princess Eugenie's commitment to the cause remains unwavering. Her decision to step down from Anti-Slavery International is a strategic move to protect the charity's reputation and maintain its focus on the critical issue of modern slavery.