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From soggy smiles to creative crafts, young people have been buzzing in this week’s #FridayRoundUp 🐝 . Rain didn’t dampen spirits as young people took a well-earned break under @samsykesexped umbrella, and they were still smiling through the showers ☔ . Inspired by Miranda from
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RT @ThirdSector: 🎧 New podcast episode!. @ruthbmarvel talks to @LHRouse and @andyricketts about how and why @DofE has overhauled its impact….
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It’s Friday at last and time for an inspiring #FridayRoundUp 🌟 . Young people from @HSofDundee wild camped with Beyond Adventures and enjoyed incredible views throughout their Expedition 🌄 . In the Brecon Beacons, young people completed their Gold Horse Riding Expedition with
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This week’s #FridayRoundUp we’re sharing more adventures 🏅 . At Oakham School, Bronze groups worked together through the rain, building confidence and determination. The Silvers travelled to North Yorkshire, developing navigation and paddling skills in mixed weather. And the
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DofE digital badges have arrived 📬 . If you, or someone you know has achieved their Award and has an active account – you can now download a verified badge which can be added to CVs, applications and LinkedIn (if you’re over 16). Read more on the links below: .🔗
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It was great to arrange for the Minister to meet with young people doing their DofE at Barnsley Academy. Their DofE highlights include meeting new people, developing their teamwork, trying new things, and visiting new places 🏕️. Barnsley Academy has prioritised enrichment and.
I heard about the positive impact that the Duke of Edinburgh award has on young people from Barnsley Academy.
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Storms, detours and fun. here’s your #FridayRoundUp . @BlairvadachStew and @BlairvadachOEC faced Storm Floris head-on, with one young person nearly cycling backwards in the wind, before diving into the sea for good measure ☔ . @season_it Residentials in the French Alps
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We welcome the news that the Government is allocating funding towards youth clubs and schools to tackle isolation. This investment is an investment in enrichment activities that help to develop resilience, confidence and skills for young people. We urge the Government to back
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We’re loving the views in this week’s #FridayRoundUp 🧭 . After a year of training, seven young people from The Maynard School headed to Slovenia for their Gold qualifying Expedition. They kicked things off with white-water rafting on the Soča River before four days of walking.
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🔥 Here’s some stove safety tips to share with your DofE Groups 🏕️ . ▪️Set up on stable, flat ground away from dry grass or tents .▪️Keep stuff (bags, tents) away from the flame .▪️Never leave your lit stove unattended .▪️Have water or a fire blanket nearby .▪️Let it cool before
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We're buzzing for this week’s #FridayRoundUp 🐝 . Young people at @thedorsetbee Beekeeping Residential embraced new experiences, built friendships, and left inspired to protect bees and help nature. 🥾 @wellingtonsch1 completed 80km in the Brecon Beacons for their Gold
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RT @CharityComms: @CharityDigiOrg @So_Firefly Laura McIntosh from @DofE reflects on the ripple effects of winning Team of the Year at our 2….
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This week’s #FridayRoundUp includes lifesaving skills that you do not want to miss 🚨 . @IpswichHigh had an unforgettable Expedition in the Yorkshire Dales. From navigating hills and rivers, to braving the rain, it was a true test of resilience, and they were so proud! . It's not
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Today we welcome the Government’s decision to lower the voting age to 16 📢 . Young people told us that they feel unheard by politicians, so this decision is a moment for celebration 🎉 . We also urge the Government to back a Youth Pledge, a commitment to introduce a clear
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RT @ruthbmarvel: Great to see the PM launch the Civil Society Covenant today at a historic meeting of Government & civil society. P’ship be….
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RT @YouthEssex: Celebrate World Youth Skills Day! 🌍 Today, we highlight map reading 🗺️—a skill that boosts confidence and decision-making.….
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A #FridayRoundUp with mascots, skills, and resilience 🐰 . Mascots Kylo and Daphne have been supporting their DofE groups on Expeditions. They reminded everyone of the importance of the #CountrysideCode while keeping spirits high. The team at @thefoodworks had fun on their
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🙌 Last night we were in Parliament to attend the Launch of the Shadow Curriculum and Assessment Review's Final Report – alongside Kea, our Youth Ambassador and member of the Shadow Review. We were proud to support the report and its findings, particularly the call for an
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The Youth Shadow Panel's final report has landed 📒. After months of listening to thousands of young people across England, the Youth Shadow Panel has published 14 recommendations for youth-led education reform. Our CEO, Ruth Marvel OBE said: “The DofE welcomes the Shadow Review
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