The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award is the world’s leading youth achievement award.

What is the Award?
The Award is a program of activities. Each student who takes part in the program learns a skill, improves their physical fitness, volunteers in their community, and experiences a team adventure in a new environment. Success in the program is measured by regular participation over a fixed period of time, while showing commitment and progress in each activity.

The Award Framework
The Award has three levels: Bronze, Silver, and Gold. These are earned by varying time commitments, growing progressively longer from Bronze to Gold.

Impacts and Benefits
Now more than ever, we need a framework that prepares young people for life in our ever-evolving world. As a result of participating in the Award program, students will demonstrate gains or greater proficiency in different areas of life.

Outcomes for Students
• Confidence
• Ability to manage feelings
• Resilience and determination
• Building relationships and leadership
• Creativity and adaptability
• Planning and problem-solving
• Civic and intercultural competence
• Personal and social well-being
• Communication

Impact Measures
• Improved employability and earning potential
• Improved physical health and fitness
• Improved mental health and emotional well-being
• Increased engagement with charitable and community causes
• Improved environmental impact
• Increased social cohesion and community cohesion
• Reduced offending