During a powerful address at the Model NATO event in Lisbon, Portugal, Duchess Sophie of Edinburgh expressed her deep concern over the ongoing sexual violence in conflict zones, stating, 'I see no end' to this issue. The Duchess, a prominent advocate for gender equality, spoke to students about her experiences over the past seven years, focusing on the dangers faced by women and girls in conflict situations. She emphasized the importance of women in peacekeeping roles and challenged the notion that there are no qualified women, urging the audience to support gender equality. In a Q&A session, she encouraged students to use their voices to advocate for victims of sexual violence, highlighting various ways they could contribute to the cause. Additionally, she reaffirmed her commitment to the UN’s Women, Peace and Security agenda and the UK’s Preventing Sexual Violence in Conflict Initiative, which she publicly supported on International Women’s Day in 2019. The Duchess's remarks come as a stark reminder of the challenges that persist in global conflict zones.