Q: What are the benefits of receiving a Knighthood or Damehood?

Receiving such a high level award from The King is an exceptional time in an individual’s life.

This type of recognition is renowned across the world and is a true legacy for that person’s family, friends and colleagues.

Just a few of the benefits reported from Knights and Dames include:

  • Raised awareness of their work, ideas and projects. This is often a highly positive outcome of receiving a knighthood or damehood and it can be the recognition they need to open doors and build upon their achievements even further. 
  • New opportunities to support their causes. Receiving an honour can be helpful in expanding the scope of the individuals work and creating even more success for others. 
  • Trust, acceptance, respect and a raised profile – which can all be used for positive effect locally, nationally and internationally.