Prince Harry and Meghan Surprise NAACP Award Winner at SXSW Conference in Austin, Texas

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry made a spontaneous trip to Austin, Texas to attend the SXSW Conference, where they surprised the winner of this year's NAACP - Archewell Foundation Digital Civil Rights Award with a personal visit. Dr. Joy Buolamwini, a computer scientist recognized for her research and advocacy on the impact of artificial intelligence on marginalized communities, was announced as the award winner by the Archewell Foundation on Thursday. To Dr. Buolamwini's astonishment, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex appeared in person to deliver the news.

Meghan joyfully exclaimed, "You won!" as she embraced Dr. Buolamwini, followed by a warm hug from Prince Harry. The Unmasking AI author couldn't contain her excitement, expressing her appreciation in the video captured during the surprise encounter.

The video footage suggested that the surprise visit took place at the SXSW Conference, where Meghan was invited to participate in a panel discussion titled "Breaking Barriers, Shaping Narratives: How Women Lead On and Off the Screen" on International Women's Day.

Recipients of the NAACP award receive a grant of $100,000 to support their endeavors in the interconnected realm of social justice and technology. The visit from Prince Harry and Meghan added an extra layer of encouragement and recognition to Dr. Buolamwini's vital work in this field.