Prince William Admits Feeling ‘Guilty’ and Compelled to Act After Hearing People’s Stories
Prince William recently opened up about his sense of privilege and responsibility during his new documentary for the Homewards campaign, an initiative aiming to tackle homelessness in the UK by building homes at the grassroots level.
The future king shared personal insights about his motivations for leading the campaign, as well as his own reflections on privilege. The documentary, which delves into the prince’s efforts to address homelessness, also raises questions about whether William, with his privileged background, is the right person to spearhead this cause.
According to GB News, to those questions, William candidly admitted, “I’ve spent enough time learning and listening to what people have been through that I feel almost guilty every time I leave, that I’m not doing more to help.” He went on to explain his desire to take action, saying, “I feel compelled to act because I don’t want to just talk about it.”
Expanding on his vision for Homewards, William continued, “I don’t want to just listen, I actually want to see someone smile, because their life has been made better. So therefore, building a project is the only way I can see at the moment to try and alleviate and help people who are in a much less fortunate or in a very difficult situation.”
The documentary also touches on the criticism William has faced regarding his personal privilege, especially considering the multiple homes he owns. Some critics feel his involvement in issues like homelessness edges too close to political matters. In a voiceover, the documentary acknowledges this perspective, saying, “The Prince of Wales has already faced accusations surrounding his own privilege.
There has been some criticism of the prince’s plans because of the multiple homes he owns. Some believe the prince is coming uncomfortably close to meddling in matters of policy.” Through his campaign, Prince William seeks to address homelessness from a compassionate and practical standpoint, focusing on direct actions that can bring positive change.
As the Homewards initiative unfolds, William’s commitment to “listen, learn, and act” reflects his dedication to using his position to support those less fortunate and to contribute meaningfully to the community.