Meghan Markle, also known as the Duchess of Sussex, is under scrutiny regarding the success of a back-to-work scheme she initiated on her 40th birthday.
The scheme, named 40 by 40, aimed to have 40 of Meghan’s friends dedicate 40 minutes of their time to provide guidance to women seeking to re-enter the workforce.
Teaming up with Hollywood actress Melissa McCarthy in a launch video, Meghan expressed her belief that the initiative would create a ripple effect globally as participants would encourage 40 of their own friends to join in.
However, concerns have arisen as royal family expert Neil Sean revealed on his YouTube channel that there have been no updates on the progress of the program.
Despite efforts to gather information on the scheme’s impact since its launch on August 4th, questions linger about what the project has accomplished thus far.
Sean highlighted the initial appeal of the scheme, especially considering the significant job losses suffered by women worldwide during the pandemic, but emphasized the lack of transparency regarding its outcomes.
Speculation surrounds the absence of updates on whether individuals involved, including celebrities contacted by Meghan, successfully contributed to the scheme’s goals.
Notably, Princess Eugenie, who pledged to participate, has not provided any updates either.
Sean questioned Meghan’s decision not to follow up on the promising scheme’s development, suggesting it is unusual for such a high-profile initiative to remain unreported four months after its launch.
While Meghan’s Archewell production company website does not offer any updates on the 40 by 40 scheme, testimonials from individuals worldwide who committed to offering their time for the cause are featured.
In addition to this project, Meghan has been involved in various endeavors, such as writing a picture book titled “The Bench” and securing lucrative deals with Netflix and Spotify.
She is currently working on an animated series for Netflix called “Pearl,” centered around a 12-year-old girl inspired by influential women throughout history.
Sean hinted at Meghan’s potential return to television following her appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, suggesting that she has received offers for small screen appearances.
However, he noted that Meghan is selective about the type of content she would engage in, preferring informal discussions with political leaders, entrepreneurs, and other influential figures over traditional celebrity-focused shows.
As questions persist regarding the progress of Meghan’s 40 by 40 scheme and her future projects, observers await further updates on the initiatives championed by the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
The ongoing scrutiny underscores the importance of transparency and accountability in high-profile philanthropic endeavors, urging public figures to provide regular updates on the impact of their initiatives.
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