The Duke of Edinburgh Award is a positive and rewarding challenge of self-discovery. Recognised as the preeminent youth development program globally. By undertaking four core activities and regularly working towards individual goals, participants aged 14-24 are equipped and empowered to achieve their personal best. The Award participants take ownership of their own goals and life choices and become actively engaged within their community and workforce. The Award program is one of individual challenge. It presents young people with a program of voluntary activities that encourage personal discovery and growth, self-reliance, perseverance, responsibility and service to the community. Each person who does The Award learns a skill, becomes more physically active, volunteers in their community and undertakes a team adventure. Open to all young people aged 14-24. The Award is offered in over 130 countries worldwide and is available at Bronze, Silver and Gold levels, each progressively longer and more challenging.
The award looks great on:
- Resumes
- Job applications
- Scholarship application
- University applications
For more information about commencing your Dukes journey visit https://dukeofed.com.au/ or contact the Award Coordinator, Mat Knights for more information