Harry and Meghan's Archewell Foundation Cuts Funding to Muslim Women's Coalition Over Controversial Statements

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Archewell Foundation has halted funding to the Milwaukee Muslim Women's Coalition (MMWC), a group supporting Afghan refugee women, after discovering pro-Palestinian remarks made by its founder, Janan Najeeb. The foundation had previously provided grants totaling around $55,700, but rescinded support following Najeeb's public statements describing Israel as an 'apartheid state' and using the phrase 'from the river to the sea, Palestine will be free.' Archewell stated that these comments violated its zero tolerance policy for hate speech and did not reflect the foundation's values. Najeeb defended her position, asserting her right to advocate for human rights and criticizing the foundation for distancing itself from pro-Palestinian views. The decision has drawn criticism from advocacy groups who argue it silences voices speaking out against injustice. Archewell maintains that while it supports diverse perspectives, it cannot fund organizations whose leaders make statements it deems hateful.