Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Parents Network -- a major project supporting mothers and fathers who have lost a child to online harm -- appears to have been quietly handed over to another organization.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex launched what was previously referred to as The Archewell Foundation Parents Network in summer 2024, giving CBS News an exclusive interview in which Harry warned of the danger social media poses to children.
"At this point, we've got to the stage where almost every parent needs to be a first responder. Even the best first responders would not be able to tell the signs of possible suicide," he said.
However, the parents' network has now effectively been passed over to ParentsTogether, an organization that offers resources to parents worried about the impact of digital media on their children.
Archewell has given ParentsTogether the network's full operational capacity and structure, including systems and processes as well as brand and creative assets, Newsweek understands. Archewell has also given a cash grant to cover the network's first year of core operations. Donations from Archewell supporters have been given to ParentsTogether and have been ring-fenced for spending on the network.
A "strategic partnership" between the two organization was originally announced in October but the subtle wording of publicity material at the time may mean some are surprised to discover there is in fact no mention of Archewell or Harry and Meghan's role in creating the project on ParentsTogether's publicly accessible website, where the network is now advertised via an online form. It is of course possible that parents discuss the couple's role in their private chat rooms.
The couple have clearly not abandoned their support for tackling online harm entirely as their first appearance of 2026 was last Wednesday in support of two authors working in this field, Jonathan Haidt and Catherine Price, who wrote The Amazing Generation.
Harry told the pair: "Over the years we've worked with you on how the digital space is deeply affecting our collective and mental, emotional and physical health.
"And obviously a huge congratulations to you and the outcome of your research, which has created a parent-led movement, which is astonishing and much needed."
Meghan added: "And that we're proud to be a part of."
"Your insights have been incredibly valuable over the years for our work with parents who have lost their children to online harms," Harry said.
An Archewell source told Newsweek the transition "follows our established model where we incubate initiatives before transitioning them to independent, sustainable organizations -- much like Invictus, Travalyst and others."
However, it is worth noting that Harry remains patron of both Travalyst, his ecotourism initiative, and the Invictus Games, his tournament for wounded veterans, and both mention him prominently online. ParentsTogether does not list the network's connection to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
"ParentsTogether has built trusted relationships with many of these families over years and their expertise makes them the ideal permanent home for The Parents Network," the source continued. "We couldn't be more excited to see these families supported and amplified in such capable hands."
The move coincides with the couple rebranding their foundation as Archewell Philanthropies and turning it into a "fiscal sponsor," a charitable organization that funds other charities but does not run its own programs.
Harry and Meghan announced a partnership with ParentsTogether at the Project Healthy Minds Annual Gala in New York in October when the prince said: "Expanding the parents' movement and supporting them throughout, is how real change happens. That's why we are so proud to announce tonight that The Parents' Network is joining forces with ParentsTogether."
Archewell's October press release said: "The Archewell Foundation today announced that its Parents' Network initiative is joining forces with ParentsTogether, a leading national nonprofit organization dedicated to family advocacy and online safety."
James Holt and Shauna Nep, co-executive directors of The Archewell Foundation, as it was known back in October, said in a statement at the time: "When we launched The Parents'Network, we were among the few voices calling attention to the devastating impact of social media and emerging technologies on young people."
"Today, the landscape has transformed dramatically. Legislation is emerging across the country, more families are coming forward with their stories, and the urgency of this moment is undeniable. This connection with ParentsTogether ensures our community has the infrastructure, advocacy power, and resources needed to meet this critical moment in protecting our children."
Holt has since announced he is leaving Archewell.
A parent named only as Toney endorsed the network in Archewell's 2023-2024 annual impact report: "What gives us hope is that we can connect with families that don't judge us.
"I can call any one of these dads anytime during the day and they'll stop what they're doing and they'll listen. For all practical purposes, we should not have ever met, but we all came together because of The Archewell Foundation, because of Harry and Meghan.
"They have given us a support group—a team—people that you can cry with, laugh with, have a drink with, cook with. And all of it is meaningful."
Time will tell how much Harry and Meghan commit to the Parents' Network going forward.