What is DOFE and how it works
DOFE is a world-renowned programme for young people who want to surpass themselves - on its own path, at its own pace, but with a clear goal.
Unlike other youth programs, DOFE offers witha structured non-formal education programme with international certification. It combines freedom of choice and personal growth with a clear framework, community and helping others.
Young people aged 13 to 24 choose activities they enjoy, from three areas: movement, skill and volunteering. They set a goal for each one and dedicate at least an hour a week to it. They're also expected expeditions with friends. All the time, they're being helped leaders from registered DOFE centres. If the participants can handle everything, receive an internationally recognised certificate.
What does DOFE bring?
We develop the potential of every young person without distinction. We empower them to decide their direction in life and work and support them to value their own success so that they can actively contribute to the development of a resilient, successful and responsible society in the future.
Thanks to DOFE, young people
- increase their self-confidence
- improve their soft skills
- make great friends and gain experience
- they get to know themselves
- help others
Thanks to DOFE, leaders can
- involve all pupils
- reduce the risk of bullying
- increase cohesion in the team
- fulfil the framework education plans
- develop professionally
What do parents say about DOFE?
Journey through the DOFE programme
What young people say about DOFE
How much does DOFE cost?
When you register for the DOFE program, you pay one-time fee according to the chosen level (bronze, silver, gold).
400 CZK
For each level + 400 CZK
800 CZK
For each level + 400 CZK
1 200 CZK
What the participation fee covers:
- Program administration
- Ceremony
- Access to the online application (Online Record Book)
What else you need to know about finance:
- We no longer charge any additional fees.
- However, please take into account the costs of the expedition (transport, catering, necessary equipment).
- If you are in a difficult financial situation, we can waive the registration fee.
- Participants can apply for financial support for the expedition from our DOFE Fund.
How your son or daughter can get involved in DOFE
You can get involved directly in the school or in another organisation that is part of DOFE, called a DOFE centre. And if there's none nearby? No problem. You can sign up online and take on challenges from anywhere.
See if your son or daughter's school is involved or if it would be better to start with DOFE Online.
We care about safety above all else.
The DOFE is the safety and protection of your children's rights is a top priority. All our staff, volunteers, centre staff and partners are committed to to act with the utmost consistency and personal responsibility soto protect your child from any violence, discrimination, abuse or neglect.
We also actively encourage young people to get involved in the protection system themselves and help spread awareness of this important issue.