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news16.05.2022
Record-breaking 12,000 Gold Award holders to be welcomed to the Buckingham Palace Garden for first Duke of Edinburgh’s Award celebrations since the pandemic
Around 3,000 Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award holders were special guests in the Buckingham Palace garden this morning for the first of four very special festival-style celebrations – the first Award ...
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blog16.05.2022
Having a ‘plastic-free DofE’ expedition
Eco-friendly alternatives to cheap and accessible plastic options can sometimes be more pricey or difficult to source.
But the use you’ll get out of them in the long run ...
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blog03.05.2022
Expedition Etiquette and the Countryside Code
We’re glad to see more and more expedition groups venturing out into the countryside after two disrupted years.
It’s vital young people know how to keep themselves safe ...
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blog18.03.2022
Volunteering ideas for under 16s
The Volunteering section of a DofE programme is often the most rewarding, uplifting and memorable part of a young person’s DofE adventure. It can, however, sometimes be hard to ...
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news14.03.2022
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award announces national partnership with The Sikh Development Academy
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE) has announced a new national partnership with youth charity The Sikh Development Academy, designed to increase access to the DofE for young Sikhs.
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story11.04.2022
Leader Profile: Stacie
Stacie was a young carer for her mum and struggled with dyslexia at school, eventually leaving without confidence or qualifications. After being referred to Cramlington Youth Voluntary Project (CYVP), a ...
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blog06.04.2022
Top Ten DofE Expedition Tips
Before you head out for your expedition you’ll need to get prepared. You’ve seen our kit list so you’re probably already pretty well prepared, but here’s ...
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blog11.04.2022
Six ways to manage stress
This month we’re focusing on stress and, more importantly, how to reduce it. Stress Awareness Month has been held in April for the past 30 years and the impact of ...
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story21.03.2022
Shehbaaz’s Story
Shehbaaz is in his final year at Stratford School Academy, where he uses his platform as Head Boy to tackle bullying and stress. He is currently doing his Bronze Award ...
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