Diana Memorial Award

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The Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Award for Inspirational Young People was established in 1999 by a board chaired by the Chancellor, Gordon Brown. The Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Committee felt that this Award would reflect the personal interest of Diana, Princess of Wales in helping and supporting young people.

The Diana Award endeavors to appreciate and celebrate the work which young people make to their school, family or community - especially those who are:

peer mentors,
fundraisers,
young carers,
school councilors,
environmental campaigners,
sports leaders,
local community volunteers,
overcoming adversity

Each Diana Award holder receives a special certificate signed by the chancellor, and a lapel pin or one trophy for a group; a termly issue of Inspire, the Diana Award newsletter; and free membership to the Award holders section of the website.In the longer term, the Diana Award provides its holders opportunities to attend events organized by the Diana team, primarily as part of the 'Young Ambassadors Programme' which includes presentation, research and peer education training.

Since 1999, over 16,000 young people from across the UK have received an Award.