Our Australian Award Ambassadors are a very special group. These are individuals that support the Award financially as well as being advocates for the Award. To recognise this special contribution HRH Prince Edward, in his capacity as Chair of the Award’s International Council, recently hosted a thank you dinner at Buckingham Palace. Our National Chairman the Hon Shane Stone AC PGDK QC introduced the 8 new Award Ambassadors to His Royal Highness who also presented them with their Ambassador plaque. Shane also acknowledged the numerous positive outcomes following the visit to Australia last November by His Royal Highness, recognising that some of the Award Ambassadors present were introduced to the Award during the royal visit. For further information on our Award Ambassadors program contact Jo Bush 02 8241 1500 (3) or our CEO Peter Kaye AM on [email protected]
Bringing deep leadership experience across youth and the not-for-profit sector. The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award - Australia is pleased to announce the appointment of Helen White as its new Chief Executive Officer, commencing Monday, 23 February. Helen brings extensive leadership experience across not-for-profit peak bodies, youth organisations (including Girl Guides) and in health, most recently […]
University-led research shows stronger academic results among Duke of Ed students, in addition to the known personal development benefits. A landmark study by Western Sydney University has confirmed what many educators and Duke of Ed Leaders have long observed: young people who use the Duke of Ed Framework develop stronger personal capabilities and achieve better academic results. The comparative study, using five NSW public secondary schools, examined several data points including academic grades, NAPLAN scores, […]
Sport and adventure go hand in hand and for Coco, they’ve been life-changing. Inspired by her siblings, Coco set out to complete the Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award, determined to embrace every challenge. Aligning the Duke of Ed Framework with her passion for sport, Coco chose wheelchair racing for her Physical Section. Already a […]
