Meghan Markle is considering renewing her work with British charities as she and Prince Harry settle into life in the UK, with the couple understood to be concentrating first on unpacking and preparing their children for the new school term.
The Duchess of Sussex, 45, and the Duke of Sussex, 41, arrived in Britain with Prince Archie, seven, and Princess Lilibet, five, on 26 August, more than six years after moving to California. Friends have reportedly said the family are “still unpacking” and “getting over the jet lag”.
Meghan is expected to reconnect with organisations she supported before the couple stepped back as senior working royals, including Smart Works, the charity helping unemployed women with interview clothing, preparation and mentoring.
A source close to the duchess said she wanted to “pick up with a lot of people” and was considering how to support both familiar causes and new organisations in Britain.
Her involvement with Smart Works began in 2018. The following year, she helped launch a capsule clothing collection with retailers including John Lewis and Jigsaw to raise money for the charity.
Meghan has not made a public appearance in Britain since returning with her family. She and Harry are said to be seeking a low-profile start as Archie and Lilibet prepare to begin at their new schools.
The family have reportedly been trying to buy school uniforms and stationery without attracting attention, while asking that the children’s privacy be respected during the transition.
The move is not expected to mark a return to royal duties. Harry and Meghan remain financially and professionally independent, and are understood to be keeping their Montecito home as well as their property in Portugal.
Harry is expected to resume public engagements sooner, including an appearance at this month’s WellChild Awards. Meghan’s return to charity work is likely to take place gradually as the family becomes more settled in Britain.
