What is The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award?

Operating in over 130 countries A truly international accreditation Building confidence, skills and resilience Impacting young people and communities worldwide The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award is a global framework for non-formal education and learning, which challenges young people to dream big, celebrate their achievements and make a difference in their world. Through developing transferable skills, increasing their fitness levels, cultivating a sense of adventure and volunteering in their community, the Award helps young people to find their purpose, passion and place in the world. It operates in more than 130 countri