Since HRH Prince Philip founded The Duke of Edinburgh Award Programme in the United Kingdom more than 40 years ago, the programme has expanded to 100 nations, overriding language and cultural barriers to promote the positive development of youth. More than 5 million young adults between the ages of 14 and 25 have participated or are currently working through medals. The Governor General's Youth Award was re-started in the Bahamas in 1987 under the name of "Bahamas Duke Of Edinburgh's Award Scheme" and was re-named the "Governor General's Youth Award" in 1996. Our current Patron is His Excellency the Honourable Arthur D. Hanna.

More than 8,000 young Bahamians have participated in community service, physical recreation, learning a new skill or hobby, and attended adventurous expeditions to achieve their Bronze, Silver and Gold awards.

You will find everything you need to know about our Charity and how achieving an Award can benefit you here. And if you need any further information then please don't hesitate to contact us directly.