Diana Award facts for kids

The Diana Award is a special honor given to young people. It celebrates those who work hard to make life better for others. This award is named after Diana, Princess of Wales. It was started in 1999 to remember her belief in young people.

About the Diana Award

The Diana Award is a charity that carries on the legacy of Princess Diana. She believed that young people have the power to change the world. The award aims to recognize and celebrate the amazing work young people do.

Who Can Get the Award?

The award is for young people who are making a difference in their communities. This includes young leaders, humanitarians, fundraisers, and environmental campaigners. It also honors peer mentors, sports leaders, and anyone who inspires others. The goal is to encourage young people from all backgrounds who help society.

How the Award Started

The award was launched in 1999 by Gordon Brown. He was the UK Prime Minister at the time. It was created to honor the memory of Diana, Princess of Wales.

Important Supporters

Many important people support the Diana Award. These include former UK Prime Minister David Cameron. Other patrons are Dame Julia Samuel and Esther Rantzen CBE. Jack McConnell, a former Scottish First Minister, also supports the award.

Princess Diana in 1997

Royal Family Involvement

Prince William and Prince Harry often attend events for the Diana Award. They do this to honor their mother, Princess Diana. The award is named after her.

Notable Winners

Many inspiring young people have received the Diana Award. Some of these winners include:

• Kanchan Amatya
• Georgina Lara Booth
• Asafa Powell
• Christy Zakarias
• Angelo Cardona
• Aishwarya Sridhar

See also

In Spanish: Diana Award para niños