Princess Eugenie Steps Down From Key Role As Andrew Mountbatten Windsor Scandal Casts Shadow
Princess Eugenie has been forced to step away from a key royal linked charity role in a move that has surprised royal watchers and charity supporters alike.
The daughter of Andrew Mountbatten Windsor had long been known for supporting causes related to modern slavery and human trafficking awareness. Her involvement placed her among young royals working on global social issues.
However, recent developments appear to have changed that path. Princess Eugenie has now stepped down from her position as patron of the charity Anti Slavery International after several years of involvement.
The organisation, which was founded in 1839, focuses on policy reform, research and field projects aimed at eliminating modern slavery around the world.
According to reports confirmed by The Observer, the decision came shortly after questions were raised about financial matters linked to a separate organisation connected to Princess Eugenie.
Anti Slavery International released a formal statement acknowledging the end of the royal patronage. The organisation confirmed that Princess Eugenie’s involvement had concluded after seven years.
In the statement, the charity thanked the Princess for her support and contribution to raising awareness about slavery and exploitation.
The organisation also expressed hope that Princess Eugenie would continue to support efforts aimed at ending slavery and promoting freedom for vulnerable communities across the world.
While stepping down from that particular role, Princess Eugenie remains connected to another organisation working in the same field.
She co founded a group called The Anti Slavery Collective in 2017 alongside her close friend Julia de Boinville.
The initiative focuses on raising awareness about human trafficking and modern slavery through networking events, public discussions and the sharing of survivor stories.
Unlike the older charity, the collective has adopted a more modern approach that centers on advocacy, awareness campaigns and collaboration with different organisations.
However, the group is now facing scrutiny after financial details attracted the attention of the Charity Commission.
Reports revealed that the charity spent more than twice its annual income on salaries during the last financial year.
Financial records for the year ending April 5 2025 showed that the organisation spent £191,537 on salaries compared with £97,206 on charitable programmes.
The situation has created an uncomfortable moment for Princess Eugenie as the royal family continues dealing with the lingering fallout from the Andrew Mountbatten Windsor controversy.
For royal observers, the timing of her departure from Anti Slavery International has raised questions about whether the decision was influenced by the growing scrutiny surrounding both charities and the wider York family.
