The heir apparent to the Belgian throne, known for being the first woman to hold the position and for her philanthropic work, particularly in the fields of education and healthcare.
As the eldest child of King Philippe and Queen Mathilde, Princess Elisabeth, Duchess of Brabant, is set to make history as the first female monarch of Belgium. With her ascension to the throne, she will become the first female head of state in the country's history, marking a significant milestone in the nation's progress towards gender equality.
Born on October 25, 2001, at the Erasmus Hospital in Brussels, Princess Elisabeth was baptized on December 9, 2001, in the chapel of Ciergnon Castle in the Belgian Ardennes. Her godparents are Archduke Amedeo of Austria-Este and Countess Hélène d'Udekem d'Acoz.
The Princess began her education at St John Berchmans College in Marollen, Brussels, in 2004, where she broke with tradition by starting her education in Dutch. She graduated from primary school in 2013 with an impressive 95% average on her report card. During her time at the college, she also contributed to the school's newspaper under the name Elisabeth van Belgi.
In 2018, Princess Elisabeth continued her secondary education at UWC Atlantic College in Llantwit Major, Wales, where she adopted the name Elisabeth de Brabant. She graduated with an International Baccalaureate diploma in May 2020. The Princess has also attended the Yale Young Global Scholars Program at Yale University, further expanding her global perspective.
In May 2020, the Belgian Royal Court announced that Princess Elisabeth would undertake military training, a first for a future Belgian monarch. She began her studies at the Royal Military Academy in Brussels on August 31, 2020, where she is studying social and military sciences as part of the 160th promotion.
In 2013, Princess Elisabeth was elevated to the duchy after her grandfather, King Albert II, abdicated.
In 2020, she graduated from UWC Atlantic College with an International Baccalaureate diploma.
She began her military training at the Royal Military Academy in Brussels in 2020.
As the future monarch of Belgium, Princess Elisabeth's presence is already making a significant impact on modern society. Her education and military training are setting a new precedent for female leaders in the country, inspiring a new generation of young Belgians to strive for leadership positions.
As Princess Elisabeth continues her journey towards becoming the first female monarch of Belgium, her legacy is already taking shape. She is paving the way for a more inclusive and equitable society, where women are encouraged to take on leadership roles and make their mark on the world.
With her dedication to education, military training, and public service, Princess Elisabeth is set to become a beacon of hope for the Belgian people, inspiring a brighter future for generations to come.
