DofE was something I would never have originally considered but after starting the first few sessions, I realised just how much I enjoyed it. It has helped me in so many ways with my confidence and my social skills. Working in different teams with different people was one of the most influential parts of the scheme and I found it to boost my confidence and help me to gain the essential life skills I will take onto later life. The volunteering, skills and physical tasks were challenging but helped me to go out of my comfort zone and experience things I would never have thought possible. Unfortunately, due to the pandemic, I wasn’t able to go on the expedition but I hope in later months I get to experience that because it would sum up the end of an amazing award. I couldn’t be more grateful for the people I have had the chance to meet since starting the award and i’m excited to see what the future holds. Rest in Peace HRH Prince Phillip