How the DofE programme works
The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award (DofE) is one of the world's leading non-formal education programmes, founded over 60 years ago by Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, husband of Britain's Queen Elizabeth.
Through it, young people aged 14 to 24 are motivated to be purposeful, to show solidarity, to live a healthy lifestyle and to care about their surroundings. The programme consists of regular activities in 3 areas: movement, skill and volunteering. Each participant sets his/her own activities in each area and the goals he/she wants to achieve in his/her activities. For more information, please see HERE.
What does the programme bring to young people?
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- get better at things they enjoy
- find time to help others
- acquire outdoor skills
- receive an internationally recognised certificate
- their creativity and independence will improve
They can get financial support for their DofE activities from DofE Fund
Security
DofE supports the development of young people and it is our absolute priority to ensure that their rights and safety are protected in all activities and projects that affect children and particularly vulnerable young adults. We consider it our duty to ensure that DofE staff and volunteers, staff at local DofE centres, our supporters and partners fulfil this commitment with the utmost rigour and personal responsibility.
It is everyone's responsibility to protect children from violence, discrimination, any kind of abuse (physical, sexual, emotional) or neglect. We also encourage children and young people themselves to become actively involved in the rights and safety protection system and actively help to protect their peers and spread awareness of this issue. For more information on the protection of participants, please see HERE.
How much does the DofE programme cost?
The DofE programme costs from 400 CZK to 1 200 CZK, according to the chosen level (bronze, silver, gold) see picture:
This contribution is intended to cover the costs of administration, ceremony and use of the online application. The relevant amount is paid when registering for the subscription application. Online Record Book. No additional fees are charged, but you have to take into account certain financial expenses for the expedition (travel, food, equipment). The school/organisation can apply for financial support to cover some of the costs associated with the programme from DofE Social Fund.
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