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Duke of Edinburgh’s Award: More relevant than ever

Outdoor learning Extra curricular Skills
The death of the Duke of Edinburgh has shone a spotlight on the legacy of the award that bears his name. Martin Myers-Allen – who has overseen 6,000 students through the award – says it is more relevant today than ever before


During a very difficult year, pupils have had fewer opportunities to meet with friends, practise new skills and enjoy group activities.

While the circumstances associated with the coronavirus may be unique, the difficulties of growing up, becoming a part of your community, and overcoming physical and mental challenges have always existed and the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award was established to empower pupils to overcome them.

Originally billed as a “do-it-yourself growing up kit”, the activities involved in the award are worth more than the sum of their parts. As I have witnessed thousands of times, they deliver incredible results.

The continuing success of the inspirational youth organisation is a perfect way to remember Prince Philip, and in a world capable of such rapid, unexpected change, the 65-year-old award is more relevant today than ever.

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