LONDON, April 8, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Avi Lasarow, managing director of Trimega Laboratories, was invited to speak recently (30.3.10) at a Duke of Edinburgh's Award (DofE) event at Buckingham Palace, attended by HRH The Duke of Edinburgh.

Trimega were invited to speak as a Charter Member of the DofE. The event was a 'Celebration of Partnerships' to cement and recognise the important relationships that the DofE has with its Local Authority partners. Chaired by the TV news presenter, Martyn Lewis CBE, it was attended by Directors of Children's Services from Local Authorities across England and highlighted the work they have achieved by using The Duke of Edinburgh's Award as a life and community changing tool.

As well as HRH The Duke of Edinburgh and Avi Lasarow, Maggie Atkinson, Children's Commissioner and Professor Andrew Pithouse, Director of Social Work Studies at Cardiff University addressed the audience.

Also being presented at the event were the findings of some new research carried out by the University of Northampton illustrating The Duke of Edinburgh's Award's impact on young people and its ability to support Local Government objectives.

Avi Lasarow, explained: I'm really impressed by the work the DofE does in keeping young people on track and providing them with positive activities and inspiration. Our involvement has enabled us to witness the impact it has on those it comes into contact with, which was confirmed by the research presented. Namely how 90% of young people through the DofE have been given the opportunity to help others, 84% have become more responsible, 74% believe that they have increased their self esteem and 71 % have gained greater belief in themselves.

Peter Westgarth, CEO, The Duke of Edinburgh's Award, commented: The Duke of Edinburgh's Award is delighted to have Trimega Laboratories as a supporter of our charity. We were pleased to welcome Avi Lasarow as a supporter to speak at our Celebration of Partnerships event.

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