The Queen's Young Leaders Programme discovers, celebrates, and supports exceptional young people aged 18 to 29 from across the Commonwealth. Read: UKZN architecture students nab coveted prize Winners of this prestigious award receive a unique package of training, mentoring, and networking, including a one-week residential programme in the UK. With this support, award winners are expected to continue and develop the work they are already doing in their communities.<doc-sep>Eight Indians were among the 240 influential change-makers, representing 53 Commonwealth countries, who received the prestigious Queen’s Young Leaders Awards from Queen Elizabeth on Tuesday. Britain's Prince Harry and wife Meghan Markle were among those who greeted the winners of the Special Youth Leadership Award. Aditya Kulkarni, Deane De Menezes and Trisha Shetty were the winners while Devanshi Rathi, Piyush Ghosh, Roshan Kokane, Saima Khan and Sharad Vivek Sagar were in the runners-up positions. Kulkarni is developing mobile health solutions to help reduce maternal and child mortality in areas with limited health resources. De Menezes is determined to tackle the stigma around menstruation in India. She is the founder of 'Red is the new Green,' a project which aims to end the embarrassment felt by women and girls about their periods, while providing eco-friendly solutions to tackling sanitary waste. Shetty works to promote gender equality. She is the founder of SheSays, a youth-led organisation that aims to end sexual violence and improve education, healthcare and sanitation, and inform public policy. Prince Harry addressed the "future leaders" at a reception held at Buckingham Palace where they were presented with a medal for outstanding contributions to their communities. Britain's Queen Elizabeth, Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex pose for a picture with some of Queen's Young Leaders at a Buckingham Palace reception following the final Queen's Young Leaders Awards Ceremony, in London, Britain. Reuters Photo "You are the future leaders who will need to pick up the baton on issues such as climate change, food security, equality and access to education, and improving the lives of the most vulnerable people in our communities," Prince Harry told the winners of the Young Leaders Awards. Markle, wearing a white Prada suit with black shoes, and Prince Harry in a dark suit chatted and joked with the award recipients. The ceremony was attended by soccer star David Beckham and former British Prime Minister John Major.<doc-sep>The Duchess of Sussex has joined her husband and the Queen for the Queen's Young Leaders Awards in Buckingham Palace. This marks her first time attending the ceremony, which honors young people for leadership and service in their communities. For the event, Meghan Markle donned a light pink Prada short sleeve top and skirt set adorned with double-breasted button down the front. The Italian designer is a departure from her go-to label, Givenchy, who she previously wore at royal events including her wedding to Prince Harry. She accessorized today's look with black Aquazzura pumps and a Prada clutch. Facebook This content is imported from Twitter. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. WATCH: The Queen, Sir John Major and the Duke and Duchess of Sussex (wearing @Prada) arrive for the #QueensYoungLeaders awards ceremony: pic.twitter.com/myMV3RmaaS — Emily Nash (@emynash) June 26, 2018 This content is imported from Twitter. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. Markle's neutral look was a hushed contrast to the Queen's bright yellow and green dress. It's the latest in impressive looks from the Duchess, who continues to impress even without a stylist, Vanity Fair reports. However, she does get style advice from Prince Harry, who occasionally weighs in on her looks. YouTube Getty Images The Duchess sat intently in the front row as her husband gave a speech and while the Queen honored the young recipients. As the Duke of Sussex addressed the crowd, he mentioned that his wife would be joining in on the work. "I, together with my wife Meghan, look forward to convening young people from around The Commonwealth to hear your ideas, work with you to build platforms for you to collaborate and form partnerships, as we travel around in our work, he said, per royal commentator Omid Scobie. Getty Images Today's awards also marks another event hosted by the Queen and Markle, following their day of joint engagements in Chester, England earlier this month. That time, however, Prince Harry wasn't present. Aside from official business, Markle has also attended events with the Queen and the rest of the royal family, such as the Royal Ascot last week and Trooping the Colour, which honors Her Majesty's birthday, earlier this month. This content is imported from Twitter. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. The @QueensLeaders award winners arrive in the ballroom: pic.twitter.com/avQEhtf0Ay — Emily Nash (@emynash) June 26, 2018 The Queen's Young Leaders Awards were created in 2014 to honor exceptional young people across the 52 nations of the Commonwealth, according to the royal family's website. Hundreds of people apply every year. By now, the program has created a community of 240 individuals. Her Majesty awards the recipients with medals then hosts a reception at Buckingham Palace. At last year's awards, a dinner followed at London's Australia House, which Prince Harry attended. Perhaps this time Markle will be by his side. This content is imported from Twitter. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. From fighting for gender equality to tackling climate change, the #queensyoungleaders have received their Awards from HM The Queen for the amazing things they’re doing to improve the lives of others. Congratulations to each and every one of them. pic.twitter.com/O31SSRBAg4 — DiamondJubileeTrust (@qejubileetrust) June 26, 2018 The Sussexes weren't the only celebrities at the event; David Beckham was also in tow, looking dapper as ever. The last time we saw him at a royal event was at Harry and Meghan's wedding last month. This content is imported from Twitter. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. David Beckham arrives at Buckingham Palace for the #QueensYoungLeaders Awards @QueensLeaders pic.twitter.com/1XaYZHtY3H — Emily Nash (@emynash) June 26, 2018 This content is created and maintained by a third party, and imported onto this page to help users provide their email addresses. You may be able to find more information about this and similar content at piano.io<doc-sep>
This evening, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle join the Queen at Buckingham Palace for a reception honoring the Queen's Young Leaders, an award which "discovers, celebrates, and supports exceptional young people from across the commonwealth." See all the photos from the event below. Getty Images The Queen shaking hands with David Beckham at Buckingham Palace before the Queen's Young Leaders Awards Ceremony. Getty Images This will be the fourth and final year of the awards. Here is the Queen with Nicola Adams, a British professional boxer and the first woman to win an Olympic boxing medal. John Stillwell/AP/REX/Shutterstock Meghan, Harry, and the Queen seated at the event. Getty Images Harry having a chat with his grandmother before the reception starts. Getty Images Waiting for the awards presentation to begin. Getty Images Prince Harry speaking with Elizabeth Kasujja from Uganda. Getty Images A closer look at Meghan's beautiful outfit. Getty Images Meghan in conversation with some of the recipients at the leaders during the Queen's Young Leaders Awards Ceremony. Getty Images Haroon Yasin from Pakistan receives his Young Leaders Award from Queen Elizabeth. Getty Images The Queen presents an award to Jenella Edwards from Grenada. Getty Images The Queen joins some of the Young Leaders for a photo. Getty Images The Queen chatting with some of the award winners at Buckingham Palace. Getty Images Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex and Prince Harry greet guests at the Queen's Young Leaders Awards Ceremony at Buckingham Palace. Caroline Hallemann Digital News Director As the digital news director for Town & Country, Caroline Hallemann covers everything from the British royal family to the latest episodes of Outlander, Killing Eve, and The Crown.