Change.org

Change.org is an online platform that allows individuals to create and promote petitions on a wide range of social and political issues. It serves as a space for advocacy and activism, enabling users to gather support for their causes by collecting signatures and raising awareness. The platform is newsworthy because it is being used by an Australian activist group, Beyond Australia, to petition against the use of public funds for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's upcoming visit to the country in April. The group argues that the visit, while not officially sanctioned by Buckingham Palace, could be perceived as a quasi-royal visit due to Prince Harry's lineage, potentially misleading the public. The petition on Change.org demands that Harry and Meghan cover the costs of their trip themselves. This highlights Change.org's relevance as a tool for citizens to voice their concerns and exert pressure on authorities or public figures regarding issues they deem important.