June 2, 2026 (NEW YORK, NY) — The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award USA (Award USA), the U.S. operator of the globally recognized Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award, today announced that Broadfield will serve as pro bono legal counsel to the organization as it continues its national expansion focused on youth development, workforce readiness, and educational opportunity.
Broadfield Partner Michael A. Smith, who also serves as Governance Chairman of Award USA, has played a key leadership role in supporting the organization’s strategic growth, governance, and national partnership initiatives.
Founded by HRH Prince Philip in 1956 and now active in more than 120 countries, The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award empowers young people ages 14–24 through a framework emphasizing service, skills development, physical recreation, and adventurous journeys. The Award has impacted more than eight million young people globally and is expanding significantly across the United States through partnerships with public, charter, private, parochial, and collegiate institutions.
“Broadfield’s support represents far more than legal counsel. It reflects the growing recognition within the business and professional community that experiential learning, resilience, leadership, and workforce readiness are essential investments in the next generation.”
Suzanne J. Currie
Chief Executive Officer of The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award USA
Award USA has recently experienced significant growth in cities including Newark, Philadelphia, Charlotte, Miami, Houston, and New York, and has also expanded partnerships with leading corporations, schools, nonprofit organizations, and workforce development partners.
The organization’s growing network of supporters includes companies and institutions such as Bank of America, EdgeConneX, Project Rousseau, Equinix Foundation, and numerous educational and civic organizations committed to expanding pathways to education, employment, and service for young people.
“Our firm is proud to support an organization whose mission aligns with long-term opportunity and community investment. The Award helps develop young people who are prepared to lead, serve, and contribute meaningfully in their schools, workplaces, and communities.”
Michael A. Smith
Partner
As part of the Award’s upcoming international activities surrounding its 70th Anniversary celebrations in Edinburgh, Scotland, Broadfield, and Award USA are also collaborating to elevate awareness of the Award within the global business community.
About The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award USA:
The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award USA is a world-leading youth development program for young people ages 14–24. Built on challenge, purpose, and personal discovery, the Award offers a personalized framework that helps every participant grow into a more confident, capable, and community-minded version of themselves.
As part of a program recognized in more than 120 countries, young people earn a global credential that signals resilience, leadership, and commitment. They also join a worldwide community of high achievers who are shaping their futures—and contributing to a better world.
For more information, visit: https://usaward.org/
About Broadfield:
Founded in 2024, Broadfield is a global law firm delivering business outcomes at rational pricing through a modern delivery model. The firm advises clients across industries and jurisdictions, combining regional depth with coordinated cross-border execution. Broadfield has offices in the United Kingdom, the United States, and Hong Kong. In Hong Kong, Broadfield operates by being associated with Liu, Patrick Ling and Co. LLP.
Media Contacts:
The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award USA
Suzanne J. Currie
Chief Executive Officer
scurrie@usaward.org
Broadfield
Prosek Partners
Pro-Broadfield@Prosek.com
