Since HRH Prince Philip founded The Duke of Edinburgh Award Programme in the United Kingdom more than forty years ago, it has expanded to 125 nations, overriding linguistic and cultural barriers to promote the positive and universal development of young people. More than six million young adults between the ages of 14 and 25 have participated in or are currently working through the programme. The GGYA was re-established in the Bahamas in 1987, initially known as the "Bahamas Duke Of Edinburgh's Award Scheme", and was re-named the "Governor General's Youth Award" in 1996. Our current Patron is His Excellence the Honourable Sir Arthur Foulkes.

More than 8,000 young Bahamians have engaged in community service, physical recreation, the apprenticeship of a new skill or hobby, and attended adventurous journeys to achieve their Bronze, Silver and Gold awards.

Here you will find everything you need to know about our mission and the benefits of achieving an Award; if you need any further information then please do not hesitate to contact us directly.