INTRODUCTION
The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award is a non-competitive, internationally recognized program designed to encourage young people to develop positive skills and lifestyle habits.
The Award is about personal challenge and development and is adaptable according to each participant’s interests and abilities. The strength of the Award is our ability to readily partner with other youth organizations through leader development and resource sharing.
The Award concept is one of individual challenge. It presents young people a balanced, not-competitive program of voluntary activities which encourages personal discovery and growth, self-reliance, perseverance, responsibility to themselves and service to their community.
The unique flexibility of the Award makes it ideally suited to easy adaptation and integration into different cultures and societies. The basic principles of the Award remain the same but the activities and delivery continue to evolve and adapt to suit the changing demands of modern society and the varying needs of young people. The Award is now an international program recognized and used by organizations working with young people throughout the world.
The Duke of Ed program is NOT a quick program you can squeeze into a weekend, it requires commitment over time. The time and efforts put into the program will give you a sense of accomplishment at the end, that the journey was well worth it.
It is something you did just for YOU!
AS AN AWARD PARTICIPANT, YOU WILL HAVE THE CHANCE TO:
You can continue with activities you’re already doing, such as sports or volunteering, and count these towards achieving your Award. Or your Award could be an opportunity to try something new and develop a passion for something different.
GETTING STARTED
The Award Program is open to anyone between the ages of 14 and 24.
The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award is a non-competitive, internationally recognized program designed to encourage young people to develop positive skills and lifestyle habits.
The Award is about personal challenge and development and is adaptable according to each participant’s interests and abilities. The strength of the Award is our ability to readily partner with other youth organizations through leader development and resource sharing.
The Award concept is one of individual challenge. It presents young people a balanced, not-competitive program of voluntary activities which encourages personal discovery and growth, self-reliance, perseverance, responsibility to themselves and service to their community.
The unique flexibility of the Award makes it ideally suited to easy adaptation and integration into different cultures and societies. The basic principles of the Award remain the same but the activities and delivery continue to evolve and adapt to suit the changing demands of modern society and the varying needs of young people. The Award is now an international program recognized and used by organizations working with young people throughout the world.
The Duke of Ed program is NOT a quick program you can squeeze into a weekend, it requires commitment over time. The time and efforts put into the program will give you a sense of accomplishment at the end, that the journey was well worth it.
It is something you did just for YOU!
AS AN AWARD PARTICIPANT, YOU WILL HAVE THE CHANCE TO:
- Design your own Award program
- Set your own goals and record your progress
- Make a positive impact on the lives of others through community service
- Learn valuable practical and social skills for career development
- Take up the challenge of an Adventurous Journey
- Connect with other Award Participants at home and abroad
You can continue with activities you’re already doing, such as sports or volunteering, and count these towards achieving your Award. Or your Award could be an opportunity to try something new and develop a passion for something different.
GETTING STARTED
The Award Program is open to anyone between the ages of 14 and 24.
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FOR EACH LEVEL, THERE ARE FOUR AREAS TO BE COMPLETED:
AT THE GOLD LEVEL, ADDITION GOLD PROJECT You'll create your own program, choosing activities for each section of the Award. This is your Award and it is up to you what you do for each section. It is all about setting a challenge for yourself when you progress and achieving your goals. |
REGISTRATION (New):
You can complete the award program as an individual participant or a participant under our unit's Award Center (RCACC 3125 Calgary Highlanders) and assigned with a leader leader who will mentor/guide you through the program. Each participant is responsible for the full cost of the registration fee at each level., however, when level is completed during the time as a cadet, The Army Cadet League of Alberta (Southern Zone) will reimburse the fee upon request.
If you have any questions, please speak with the Commanding Officer.
You can complete the award program as an individual participant or a participant under our unit's Award Center (RCACC 3125 Calgary Highlanders) and assigned with a leader leader who will mentor/guide you through the program. Each participant is responsible for the full cost of the registration fee at each level., however, when level is completed during the time as a cadet, The Army Cadet League of Alberta (Southern Zone) will reimburse the fee upon request.
If you have any questions, please speak with the Commanding Officer.
