The Diana Award Nomination Center 2026 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this incredible opportunity and to apply.
About Diana Award Nomination Centre
Opportunity Details
- Date Published: October 02, 2025
- Application Deadline: October 31, 2025
- Category: Contest
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. They exist to empower young people to make that positive change. The mission is to empower young people to lead that change through a range of initiatives which unlock their potential,inspire action and create opportunities,ensuring that no young person is left out or left behind.
Benefits of Diana Award Nomination Centre
Diana Award Recipients are recognised and celebrated through:
- Recognition at the Virtual Diana Award Ceremony, shining a spotlight on their achievements on an international platform
- Publication on the Roll of Honour, creating a lasting record of their contribution to positive change
- A Certificate of Recognition, celebrating their dedication to making a difference
- Opportunities to connect with a global network of young leaders, fostering inspiration and shared learning
- Invitations to Conversations for Change, a series of peer-led sessions where recipients explore key social issues, build community, and inspire collective action.
Being honoured with the Diana Award marks a moment of global recognition and the opportunity to connect with a wider movement of young people working for a better future.
Diana Award Nomination Centre Requirements
They are looking for young people who meet the following criteria:
- 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 official Supporter Statement template can be downloaded here
- 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 Date and Process
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Application Deadline
31 October, 2025
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