Queen Camilla commends Zara McDermott and lauds abuse survivors at violence summit
Queen Camilla praised Zara McDermott for speaking out about revenge porn and highlighted survivors of domestic abuse as the true heroes during the Ending Violence Against Women and Girls Summit in Wiltshire.
During the Ending Violence Against Women and Girls Summit at Marlborough College, Queen Camilla met documentary maker and influencer Zara McDermott, praising her willingness to discuss her past experiences with revenge porn. The Queen stressed that society must catch up with the challenges posed by digital abuse and urged platform holders to act responsibly. She highlighted survivors of domestic abuse as the campaign's true heroes, recalling a visit to the charity Safe Lives where she heard harrowing testimonies.
Camilla also listened to speeches from Jess Phillips MP and Domestic Abuse Commissioner Dame Nicole Jacobs on national strategies to halve violence against women and girls. After the presentations, she delivered an unscripted five-minute address, emphasizing collaboration, education, and the need to protect women and girls across Wiltshire and the country.
Why it matters
The royal endorsement spotlights online abuse and domestic violence, urging broader societal and policy action.
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