2024 marks the 25th anniversary of the founding of The Diana Award. It’s an important milestone in our continuing journey to break down the barriers that stand in the way of young people reaching their full potential.
This report highlights the experiences of young people taking positive action to achieve their potential and change the world.
We work to address structural and systemic challenges, helping young people to improve their self-esteem and wellbeing
took part in our Anti-Bullying Ambassador Programme, sponsored by Nationwide Building Society and the Department for Education.
have engaged with our Respect Project, tackling racist and sexual bullying behaviour in schools.
feel confident in supporting their peers experiencing bullying behaviour.
“The training has made me want to be a better person and to live in a community that brings people together, I think I know how to do that now.”
We are working together to bring down social and economic barriers that young people face.
took part in online work experience, supported by 35 volunteer mentors.
were supported by 94 volunteer mentors through our 12-week Mentoring Programme, with over 4,500 hours of engagement.
worked with 12 volunteer mentors through our Social Action Accelerator Pilot.
“No matter my upbringing or background, there are still avenues that I’m able to utilise to make my way in the world.”
We strive to bring change, supporting young people to be listened to and understood by those in power.
from across the globe came together through The Legacy Award experience for five days of development opportunities, followed by 40 hours of coaching calls.
representing 32 countries in 6 continents were added to our Roll of Honour, to recognise and celebrate their social action.
helped to assess nominations for the Diana Award, sharing a common belief that young people deserve to be recognised, valued and celebrated.
“As a Co-Producer, I aspire to leave a meaningful and lasting mark on the lives of other young people who are driving positive change. I see this role as a unique opportunity to elevate the voices of others, offering them the support and recognition they rightfully deserve.”
With many exciting initiatives for the future, we will move forward with renewed energy and passion to ensure that the next generation of young people grow up in a more inclusive and fairer society.
