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Another record-breaking year!

DofE participants gave a staggering 5.2 million hours of volunteering as part of their awards in 2024-25.

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DofE made me more ambitious, responsive and hardworking - qualities I developed whilst completing my volunteering and skills section.

Maria

Bronze Award holder

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I believe that all young people in prison should have the chance to do their DofE. For me, it gave me the tools I needed to succeed.

Jon Watts

Gold Award holder and chef

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DofE made me more ambitious, responsive and hardworking - qualities I developed whilst completing my volunteering and skills section.

Maria

Bronze Award holder

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The DofE taught me the importance of giving back and of continuous learning. Personal development is the key to everything.

Doyin

Gold Award holder

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