Princess Kate has been busy working this month, with several under-the-radar engagements announced while the Wales family spends their half-term school break privately. Kensington Palace just shared details on royal engagement from October 8th, with a surprising guest—and a surprising connection to Prince Harry .

The Princess of Wales met with global icon and philanthropist Melinda French Gates to discuss a collaboration in their work. Melinda is the founder of Pivotal, an organization that supports women and young people, while the Princess of Wales is heavily involved in The Royal Foundation for Early Childhood through the Royal Foundation of the Prince and Princess of Wales.

Princess Kate and Melinda French Gates.

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Princess Kate's support for early childhood research is key to her work.

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Christian Guy, Executive Director of The Royal Foundation for Early Childhood, emphasized that “it has never been more important to help…