A brother and sister from Sharjah have received the prestigious Diana Award in the UK, which is instituted to honor children, who create a positive and social change in their communities around the world.

16-year-old Amman Iqbal Ibrahim is one of the winners of the 20 Legacy Awards specially instituted to mark the 20th death anniversary of Princess Diana and his 9-year-old sister, Jehan Iqbal Ibrahim won the Diana Award, which is given to 00 young role models from around the world.

Amman was the only winner representing Gulf countries in his category, while other recipients came from India, UK, USA, Canada and Belize.

Amaan, who is a student of English High School, Sharjah, Boys, told Khaleeji Times: "It was really inspiring. I was immensely moved by the selfless acts done by my co-recipients. It is an honor to be the ambassador of the great legacy of the people's princess. And meeting the Royal Highnesses was a delight."

"I really couldn't believe it at first. I am so happy," said Jehan, a student of Our Own English High School, Sharjah.

Presenting the Legacy Wards at St James's Palace, Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge with his brother Prince Harry beside him paid tribute to their mother. Prince William said that his mother still inspires "countless acts of compassion and bravery".

Both the brothers were making their first joint appearance at an event run by the Diana Award, which is established to promote their mother’s belief in the positive power of young people.

Prince William said: "We are so glad our mothers name is being put to good use through The Diana Award.

The future king told the young recipients that their mother had achieved so much in her life, from helping to fight the stigma around Aids to supporting the homeless.

AMandeep