HRH Duchess of Edinburgh GCVO joins DEBRA members at West Midlands Event

On Monday, 24 March, DEBRA had the privilege of welcoming our Royal Patron, HRH Duchess of Edinburgh GCVO, to a special event for our West Midlands members at the Hotel Du Vin in central Birmingham.

Her Royal Highness took the time to meet with around 50 of our members, enjoying tea and conversation as they shared their personal connections to DEBRA and their experiences of living with Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB). It was a meaningful opportunity for the Duchess to hear first-hand about the challenges and triumphs our members face daily.

The afternoon also saw Her Royal Highness engage with healthcare professionals from Solihull and Birmingham Women’s and Children’s hospitals.

A heart-warming moment of the day came when some of our younger DEBRA members presented the Duchess with thoughtful gifts, a gesture that was greatly appreciated by Her Royal Highness.

As always, this Members Connect event provided an opportunity for members to reconnect with each other and DEBRA, while also offering a chance for members to strengthen and renew friendships with one another in a friendly and informal atmosphere.

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all our guests for joining us, and especially to our Royal Patron, HRH Duchess of Edinburgh GCVO, for her continued dedication and support for DEBRA and the EB community.