CELEBRATING A REMARKABLE LEGACY, HRH THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH, KG, KT

As the founder of The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award, Prince Philip inspired millions of young people worldwide to dream big, celebrate their achievements and make a difference to their communities.

Launched in 1956, the Award now operates in more than 130 countries and territories and continues to encourage its participants to find their purpose, passion and place in the world.

To celebrate The Duke’s exceptional impact on generations of young people around the world, we’re asking anyone who has been involved with the Award to share their experiences. With your help we will build a powerful collection of global stories from across the decades. Help to inspire the next generation to begin their Award journey.

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No matter how you’ve been involved in the Award – whether as an Award holder, volunteer, staff member, supporter, or parent, we want to hear your story. Please tell us how what the Award meant to you; how it inspired you or someone close to you overcome challenges; the talents you discovered and the friendships you made.

With your help, even more young people can be inspired to discover their own Award journey.

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Thanks to HRH’s vision in 1956, young people today, from all backgrounds and circumstances, have the chance to open up their worlds and develop the skills and attributes, such as confidence, resilience, drive and empathy, to get ahead in life.

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