HRH The Prince Edward to Visit Baltimore Tomorrow to Introduce Self Development Program to Local Organizations

BALTIMORE, June 20, 2011 /PRNewswire/ —

              HRH The Prince Edward will be traveling to Baltimore tomorrow to
              officially introduce the Duke of Edinburgh's Award- Young
    What:     Americans' Challenge to youth at local organizations.

              HRH The Prince Edward, Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake and Miss
              America 2011 Teresa Scanlan will all participate in the press
    Who:      announcement.

    Where:   The Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Park & Museum
             1417 Thames Street
             Baltimore, MD 21231

    When:    Tuesday, June 21, 2011
             10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

              *Only those who have had interview questions pre-approved may
              interview Prince Edward.

About the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award-Young Americans’ Challenge

Founded in 1956 in the UK by Her Majesty The Queen’s husband, HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, the international Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is a non-competitive, self-development program for youth ages 14 to 25. Dedicated to achievement in community service, physical fitness, special skills, and adventurous journey, the Award aims to build self-esteem and promote character development within every participant. Through its proven and trusted quality framework, participants enjoy an unparalleled experience that hones their talents and skills and instills within them a crucial sense of belonging and achievement. For more information, please visit http://www.usaward.org.

    CONTACT:            Kristi Betz
                        IMRE
                        410.821.8220
                        kristib@imre.com

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