Helping young people unlock their potential and build a brighter future.
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award changes lives.
Thanks to the support of Pears Foundation, we know that:
- The DofE helps young people build resilience and self-esteem,
- The DofE helps young people build their independence and perseverance.
- The most disadvantaged young people benefit most from taking part.
- The DofE gives young people practical skills, lasting friendships and new
- experiences.
- The DofE gives young people a spirit of adventure and new opportunities.
- With the DofE, young people are able to make a difference to the world
- around them.
- The DofE improves young people’s employment prospects. This is one of the main advantages of the DofE for employers, schools and youth clubs.
Read more about the Impact Research and download the Executive Summary here.