Discover the Diana Award, the prestigious recognition honoring young individuals for their humanitarian work and social action inspired by Princess Diana's legacy.
On Thursday, 14 March 2024, HRH The Prince of Wales and Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex, paid tribute to twenty remarkable young individuals from around the globe by presenting them with The Legacy Award. This award, established in memory of Diana, the late Princess of Wales, is awarded every 2 years and represents the highest honour a young person can achieve for their efforts in social action or humanitarian work.
This year's ceremony was especially significant as it is the 25th anniversary of The Diana Award. The charity, founded to continue Princess Diana's legacy, celebrates her belief in the transformative power of youth.
The recipients of The Legacy Award, originating from various nations including the UK, USA, Nigeria, India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Indonesia, UAE, Oman, Romania, Jamaica, Cayman Islands, and Australia, have all made profound contributions to society, truly embodying the spirit of change and compassion that the award seeks to promote. This years event was held at London's Science Museum. Prince William delivered a speech in the museum while prince Harry participated in the event via video link on Thursday from his home in Montecito, California following his brother's departure from the ceremony
The Diana Award stands as a beacon of hope and transformation in a world eager for positive change. Established in 1999 in memory of Diana, Princess of Wales, the award celebrates her belief that young people have the power to change the world. It is the most prestigious accolade a young person aged 9 to 25 can receive for their social action or humanitarian work.
The core of the Diana Award's philosophy is to recognize young individuals who have demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to improving the lives of others. This recognition is not just a pat on the back; it is a catalyst that propels these young changemakers into a network of like-minded individuals, offering them a platform to amplify their impact. The award's recipients, known as 'Diana Award Holders', are celebrated for their compassion, their drive to contribute to their communities, and their ability to inspire their peers to follow in their footsteps.
The Diana Award operates across multiple fronts, including the Anti-Bullying Program, which empowers young people to tackle bullying in their schools and communities, and the Mentoring Program, which connects young at-risk students with professional mentors to guide them towards a brighter future. These programs, among others, reflect the award's comprehensive approach to fostering positive social change.
