Is there a diamond DofE?
In celebration of their Diamond Anniversary in 2016, The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is asking people to take part in our once-in-a-lifetime DofE-inspired Diamond Challenge and raise funds to help transform young lives.
What is the Diamond DofE?
Money raised during the Diamond Anniversary year of The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE) has been described as an ‘invaluable blessing’ by those who are benefiting from it. Throughout 2016, thousands of supporters around the UK took part in fundraising activities to help more young people transform their lives.
How do you get a DofE award?
Take me to.. – Join a national youth group that runs the DofE for its members, such as the Scouts or Girlguiding. – Get in touch with your local youth club and see if it has a licence. – If you’re over 18, do your Gold with DofE Direct.
Is DofE a national award?
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (commonly abbreviated DofE) is a youth awards programme founded in the United Kingdom in 1956 by Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, that has since expanded to 144 nations….
| The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award | |
|---|---|
| Reward(s) | Gold, Silver or Bronze (UK) |
| Website | http://www.dofe.org |
Who funds DofE?
– The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE) extends its reach in new partnership with the #iwill fund. – The #iwill fund is made possible thanks to joint funding from the government, and Big Lottery Fund using money raised by National Lottery players.
Is there a platinum DofE?
The Platinum award overlaps with the Bronze DofE award, but can be achieved even if you don’t have the Bronze DofE award. Just like the QSA you will need to complete some specific Scout requirements and at least 6 nights away.
What is DofE username?
Use eDofE to record the progress of your DofE programme and to submit evidence to your Leader so you can receive your certificate and badge on completion. Go to www.eDofE.org and log into your account. Your username is normally your first name surname, though it can sometimes have a number after it.
What is DofE certificate?
What is the DofE Certificate of Achievement? It’s an official recognition, by the DofE, of just how much you’ve achieved by completing your Skills, Volunteering and Physical sections.
Who is head of Duke of Edinburgh Award?
Ruth Marvel (Jun 2019–)
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award/CEO
Can anyone do the Duke of Edinburgh Award?
Any young person can do their DofE – regardless of ability, gender, background or location. Achieving an Award isn’t a competition or about being first. It’s all about setting personal challenges and pushing personal boundaries.
When is the anniversary of the Duke of Edinburgh Diamond Award?
2016 marks the Diamond Anniversary of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. In this very special year, meet some of the businesses helping to change young people’s lives. Sign up to the DofE newsletterSign up Follow DofE About the DofE FAQs Terms and Conditions Having a problem?
Is the DofE part of the Duke of Edinburgh Award?
The DofE is proud to be part of The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Foundation which supports operators in more than 130 countries and territories to deliver DofE and increase opportunities for young people.
How many young people have the Duke of Edinburgh Award?
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is the world’s leading youth achievement award for 14-24 year olds, with over 438,000 young people currently doing their DofE in the UK.
Who are the Duke of Edinburgh Gold award holders?
Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award holders Katie, Eleanor, Jen, Alan, Tim and David all met three years ago during a DofE Leadership course in Scotland and have been great friends ever since. Having seen the benefits the DofE can have first hand, all six of them wanted to do something to help give back to the charity that gave so much to them.