Six Barbadians can now add the Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award to their accomplishments.
The awardees were presented with their certificates by His Royal Highness, the Earl of Wessex Prince Edward, in a recent ceremony at Government House, witnessed by Governor General Sir Elliott Belgrave.
They are Kimberley Benjamin, Nya Greenidge, Fabian Norville, Jamar Odwin, Chloe Walker and Zakiya Worrell.
Prince Edward said it was heartening to see that the Duke Of Edinburgh Awards programme was “alive and well”, especially since it was the 50th anniversary after the awards were introduced in Barbados.
He also told attendees that the programme was beginning to expand and grow in Barbados as more young people were showing an interest in joining the movement.
The Duke Of Edinburgh’s Award is presented to people in the Commonwealth between the ages of 14 and 25 who make outstanding contributions in a particular public pursuit.
It is divided into three levels: gold, silver and bronze. To obtain an award, participants must demonstrate excellence in a number of areas, including service, skills, physical recreation and expeditions. (BGIS)
