Earlier this month, four Duke of Ed Participants were rewarded for their Voluntary Service to World Vision, receiving a once in a lifetime opportunity. These Participants were gifted flights, accommodation and tickets to the Global Citizen Festival: Mandela 100 in South Africa – an annual festival for individuals who have been engaged in exceptional community service. This year the Concert was held in celebration of the centenary year of Nelson Mandela.
Bronze and Silver Award Participants Lucy Stevens (SA), Zuhal Masudy (VIC) ,Ellen Streat (VIC), and Hannah Owen (WA) each raised over $1000 by taking part in World Vision’s 40 Hour Famine Backpack Challenge, an achievement that put them in the running for the trip. All four young women share the same desire to create positive change in the world around them.
While they were there, they also were able to visit World Vision programming in Bulawayo Zimbabwe and see the change World Vision effects through its projects.
The young women were able to see performances by headlining stars; Beyoncé & JAY Z, Ed Sheeran, Usher, and Pharrell Williams!
Congratulations Lucy, Zuhal, Ellen and Hannah on all your hard work, your trip was well deserved!
Don’t miss this globally recognised charity event This prestigious charity golf event invites players to compete while making a meaningful impact, with every registration helping support young Australians to build confidence, capability and opportunity through The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award. The event will take place on Monday, 25 May, 2026 at the Commonwealth Golf […]
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, […]
