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news30.04.2024
NCS Trust and the DofE publish landmark report in quest to give more young people access to high quality enrichment opportunities
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE) and NCS Trust have published a landmark report that aims to better connect sectors and, as a result, widen access to life-changing enrichment ...
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2023-24 UK Youth Ambassador Lauren. She is standing on the edge of a rock smiling to camera, in the background we can see green grass and hills.
blog18.04.2024
Making your DofE expedition sustainable
We’re sharing our top tips to help you have a sustainable expedition! During your expedition, whether you’re walking, canoeing, cycling, or even on horseback, you are fully immersed ...
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A young person smiling directly into the camera. They are outside and sitting in front of green bushes.
blog15.04.2024
Registering to vote in the local elections: What you need to know
Last year I voted for the first time. A week after my 18th birthday I got to vote for a single district councillor to represent my ward at our City ...
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A young person lifting weights in prison. His face is obscured by the weight and we can see the prison officer in the background.
story25.03.2024
Young Offender William is determined to do something positive with his time in prison
Having done DofE himself, William’s dad wanted him to follow in his footsteps – but William wasn’t interested at the time, instead focusing on ‘partying and selling drugs’. When ...
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A young offender in a library holding an open book. His face is not in the frame.
story25.03.2024
Young Offender Tom* started DofE to spend time out of his cell but learned much more
Young Offender, Tom* initially started his DofE as a way to spend time out of his cell, and hoped it would equip him with more skills and experience to put ...
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Sharandeep smiling directly into the camera. She is in her estate with lots of houses either side of her.
blog13.03.2024
Sharandeep hopes to promote equality this Young Carers Action Day
This year’s Young Carers Action Day is about recognising Fair Futures for Young Carers. We spoke to young carer, Sharandeep, who also works with Carers Trust about what Young ...
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4 young people walking on a path with green trees around them. They are wearing hiking clothes and carrying large rucksacks and maps.
blog13.03.2024
10 tips for your first DofE Expedition
It’s that time of the year again – expedition season! While they are a lot of fun, they can also seem a little daunting. Don’t worry, we’ve got ...
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Ffion standing on the steps of Buckingham Palace gardens in front of a crowd of young people and their parents. She is wearing her fire service uniform and looking directly at the camera.
story06.03.2024
Gold Award holder Ffion hopes to encourage more females to join the fire service this International Women’s Day
This International Women’s Day we are celebrating the incredible contributions and achievements of women. At the DofE we believe in young people and we’re passionate about creating a ...
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news21.02.2024
HRH The Duke of Edinburgh meets young people making a difference at King’s College Hospital through their DofE
HRH The Duke of Edinburgh visited King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust today to hear from some amazing young people making a difference by volunteering on the wards as ...
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