Outline of DofE
The Duke of Edinburgh's Award aims to inspire, guide and support young people in their self-development and recognise their achievements.
The Duke of Edinburgh's Award is a voluntary, non-competitive programme of activities for anyone aged 14-24. Doing their DofE gives young people the opportunity to experience new activities or develop existing skills. There are three progressive levels of programmes which when successfully completed lead to a Bronze, Silver or Gold Award. Young people create their own DofE programme by choosing a volunteering, physical and skills activity, going on an expedition and, for their Gold only, taking part in a residential project.
Further details can be found on the DofE website www.dofe.org
DofE groups operate across Highland in various settings including schools, voluntary youth organisations, youth clubs and uniformed groups. For further information please contact Rebecca Raynes, DofE Manager on 01463 702053 or email dofe@highland.gov.uk.
Volunteering
(Formerly Service section). The aim of this section is to inspire young people to make a difference within their communities or to an individual's life and develop compassion by giving service to others. Young people can also have their achievements in this section recognised through Millennium Volunteer awards. Check out more including the category finder - http://www.dofe.org/volunteering/
Physical
(Formerly Physical Recreation). The aim of the Physical section is to inspre young people to achieve greater physical fitness and a healthy lifestyle through participation and improvement in physical activity. Check out the category finder to see what type of activities are included here - http://www.dofe.org/physical/
Skills
Aims to inspire young people to develop practical and social skills and personal interests. Check out which skills are included - http://www.dofe.org/skills/
Expeditions
Aims to inspire young people to develop initiative and a spirit of adventure and discovery, by planning, training for and completing an adventurous journey as part of a team. There is lots more on this if you follow this link http://www.dofe.org/expedition/
Sources of funding for DofE groups/volunteers
Big Lottery Funding Opportunity - 2014 Communities
Has a particular focus on promoting physical activity and volunteering and so may be of interest to you.
For details please look at the Programme information
Serco grants
These are available for individual and groups of young people. Please contact Alex Cumming at DofE Scotland for details and application forms. Alex can be contacted at alex.cumming@DofE.org
Training Opportunities
Walking and Camping Accreditation Courses
First Aid Courses
Water Safety Courses
National Governing Body Training and Assessment Courses
For details of the above courses please visit Highland Council's Outdoor Education web site. Courses are available to Highland Council staff free of charge.
Expedition Supervisors Training Course is being offered by DofE Scotland over the weekend of the 24th and 25th October 2009 at Glenmore Lodge. For further details go to DofE Scotland training page
DofE Information Days - These are being planned for the autumn of 2009 to update and consult with DofE groups in Highland. Watch this space for more information!
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