Think of the young people who inspire you. Why do they make you proud? It's because of what they give to other people. The Diana Award holders do just that. They raise money for charity and get involved in campaigns. They care for family members and those who are less able to fend for themselves. They overcome their own, often grave, personal difficulties and still find the strength and enthusiasm to give that little bit extra to their schools and communities.

Award to Cassandra "Cassie" Screti

On 15th January 2008 Cassandra Screti was granted The Diana Award for her achievement in battling her ME, her charity work for Association of Young People with ME, and her school work.

ME is the common name for Myalgic Encephalopathy, sometimes also known as Myalgic Encephalomyelitis. All types of people at all ages are affected by ME and it is estimated that some 250,000 people in Britain suffer from this illness. Its symproms include severe and debilitating fatigue, painful muscles and joints, disordered sleep, gastric disturbances, poor memory and concentration are commonplace.

Needless to say, all of her family are immensely proud of Cassie's remarkable achievements.

Additional Information:

You can make regular or one-off credit card or debit card donations to the Association of Young People with ME through its link at the Charities Aid Foundation.

If you would like to find out more about the selfless and positive contributions made by tens of thousands of young people or nominate someone to receive an award then please visit The Diana Award.

The Diana Award also needs to raise money in order to give more young people the recognition they deserve and provide a springboard for them to maximise their potential. So, it has teamed up with Just Giving so that you can now donate online, safely and securely, using your debit or credit card.