Commenting following his visit, Jack said:
"I was delighted to visit Cumberland Lodge at the weekend, meeting with the charity's Chief Executive, Dr Ed Newell.
"Steeped in history, Cumberland Lodge (then known as Byfield House) was built in 1650. After the Stuart Restoration, it was made into the formal residence of the ranger of Windsor Great Park by King Charles II. The Duke of Cumberland re-named the building after himself during his time as its resident.
"The house was granted to a new education foundation by King George VI, with the Queen Mother becoming its patron. The foundation is still called The King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Foundation of St Catharine however more recently they became an incorporated charity - 'Cumberland Lodge'.
"Ever since the foundation's inception, the charity's mission has been to create more peaceful, open and inclusive societies in the aftermath of the Second World War and the rise of Nazism in Germany. By empowering people to "challenge conversations" and "lead the conversation around social division", they hold workshops, conferences and commercial events that promote an open dialogue.
"My visit coincided with their youth and democracy project, which aims to bring young people together from across the country, re-imagining politics and political systems to improve future outcomes. Young people drive the project, including those from marginalised backgrounds, ensuring that their views are heard.
"I hope to support their work moving forward in the years ahead."
You can find out more about their work here: https://www.cumberlandlodge.ac.uk/
