The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award

Challenge Yourself. Build Skills. Make an Impact.

YouMeWe is a licensed delivery partner of The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award, supporting young people ages 14–24 as they build confidence, practical skills, resilience, and independence.

The Award gives young people the opportunity to set their own goals and work toward internationally recognised Bronze, Silver or Gold Awards.

What Do Participants Do?

Each participant completes activities in four areas:

Voluntary Service
Give back through community service and volunteering.

Physical Recreation
Choose a physical activity and work toward a personal goal.

Skills
Develop a new skill or improve an existing one.

Adventurous Journey
Plan, prepare for and complete a team-based outdoor journey.

Gold participants also complete a Residential Project.

Bronze

Bronze
Age 14+
Bronze is the starting level of the Award and is a strong first step for young people beginning their journey. Participants build confidence, commitment, and independence through Volunteering, Physical Recreation, Skills, and an Adventurous Journey. Bronze helps young people develop positive habits, try new activities, and work steadily toward meaningful goals. Minimum overall duration: 6 months.
Official Award framework: https://www.dukeofed.org/our-framework
International Award framework: https://www.intaward.org/do/award-framework/

Bronze

Silver
Age 15+
Silver builds on the foundation of Bronze and asks participants to show greater consistency and responsibility. Through longer-term engagement in Volunteering, Physical Recreation, Skills, and an Adventurous Journey, participants strengthen resilience, teamwork, and self-discipline. Silver is designed for young people ready to deepen their commitment and take on a greater challenge. Minimum overall duration: 12 months.
Official Award framework: https://www.dukeofed.org/our-framework
International Award framework: https://www.intaward.org/do/award-framework/

Bronze

Gold
Age 16+
Gold is the highest level of the Award and recognizes sustained effort, maturity, and leadership. In addition to Volunteering, Physical Recreation, Skills, and an Adventurous Journey, Gold participants also complete a Residential Project, which helps broaden their perspective and build confidence in a new environment. Gold supports long-term growth and international recognition for achievement. Minimum overall duration: 18 months.
Official Award framework: https://www.dukeofed.org/our-framework
International Award framework: https://www.intaward.org/do/award-framework/

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