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The Diana Award believes that young people have the power to change the world, and passionate about finding and celebrating young people across the globe who are already doing this.
The Legacy Award was launched in 2017 to mark the 20th anniversary of Diana, Princess of Wales’ passing. It recognises a small number of exceptional Diana Award Recipients who have demonstrated outstanding impact and commitment to creating positive change. It continues to celebrate the legacy of Diana, Princess of Wales, and the young people who carry her spirit forward through their humanitarian and social action work. It is currently working with 20 inspiring Legacy Award Recipients, providing support through to December 2025.
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YOUNG PEOPLE HAVE THE POWER TO CHANGE THE WORLD
The Diana Award is the only charity established in memory of the late Diana, Princess of Wales, and her enduring belief that young people have the power to change the world. Its mission is to empower young people to lead that change through a range of initiatives that unlock potential, inspire action, and create opportunities- ensuring that no young person is left out or left behind.
This vision cannot be achieved in isolation. By working alongside young people and strategic partners, the organisation seeks to drive meaningful change and shape a better future. The belief is clear: the future is safest in the hands of those who will live it.
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Impact
Creating tangible impact in the lives of young people lies at the heart of everything The Diana Award does. The organisation seeks to influence young people’s life experiences and support their development as confident and positive changemakers. Impact is recognised in many forms- both large and small. Sometimes, a timely conversation with the right individual can have a lasting effect.
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Inspired by Princess Diana’s legacy and her belief in the transformative power of youth, the team behind The Diana Award works to turn that vision into reality. Change is a collective effort, and through collaboration, the organisation is building a future-focused and impactful operation.
On a day-to-day basis, The Diana Award team engages with communities through anti-bullying campaigns, mentoring programmes, and changemaker initiatives. Additional activities include fundraising, managing corporate partnerships, providing essential HR and communications support, and celebrating the achievements of young people across the globe.
The Diana Award was founded on the late Diana, Princess of Wales’ belief that young people have the power to change their community, their country and the world. It exists to empower young people to make that positive change. It’s done this by:
Unlocking Potential
With support, guidance and opportunities every young person can reach their full potential, ensuring no young person is left out or left behind.
Creating Opportunities
Young people deserve a seat at the table to shape decisions about our shared future. Their voice enriches decision-making and inspires us all to do more and do better.
INSPIRING ACTION
With the right support and advocacy, young people have the passion, energy and insight to lead the change they want to see, for themselves, their communities and the world around them.
Benefits
Recipients are recognised
with:
• A Certificate of
Recognition
• A place on the Roll of
Honour
• Participation in a global
virtual ceremony
• Access to a network of
young leaders
• Invitations to our peer-led
Conversations for Change
series
Eligibilities
- Nominees must be between 16 and 24 years old at the time of nomination. They may be 25 years old when the award is received.
- Have been carrying out their social action work for a minimum of 12 months, demonstrating sustained impact, commitment, and sustainability.
- Their work must align with one of the following Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) thematic areas:
- Quality Education – empowering individuals to reach their full potential and break the cycle of poverty.
- Reduced Inequality – challenging discrimination and promoting equity for all.
- Good Health & Wellbeing – recognising the critical role of mental and physical health in building thriving communities.
- Climate Action – taking urgent action to protect the planet for future generations.
Nominator Criteria
To submit a nomination for the Diana Award:
- Self-nominations are not allowed.
- The nominator must be over 18 years old.
- The nominator must know the nominee in a professional capacity.
- The nominator cannot be related to the nominee.
- The nominator must provide the contact details of two additional Supporters to validate the nomination.
- Supporters must also know the nominee in a professional capacity (not a friend or family member).
- Each Supporter must complete a Supporter Statement in English, confirming the Nominee’s impact, character, and credibility. Supporters should know the Nominee and their work well enough to provide meaningful insight into their contribution.
- The nominator must consent to sharing their personal information, including their name and email address, with the nominee.
- The nominator must submit three pieces of additional evidence to support the nomination. These may include photographs or videos, press coverage, reports, or testimonials. All additional evidence must be in English.
- The nomination should include as much detailed information as possible about the nominee and the specific social action work being recognised.
Application Process
Apply through the given apply link
Application Deadline: October 31, 2025 (22 Days Remaining)
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