Forward Trust patron says ‘compassion and love’ is needed to end fear and shame felt by those affected Forward Trust patron says ‘compassion and love’ is needed to end fear and shame felt by those affected The Princess of Wales has called for an end to the “stigma” surrounding addictions, saying the experiences of those dependent on drugs, alcohol or gambling are “shaped by fear, shame and judgment”. Catherine, who is a patron of the charity Forward Trust supporting recovering addicts, said