Introducing Duke 4Volunteering – a new partnership opportunity that connects young people with purpose-driven charities to power youth-led change…
If you’re an NFP or charity with volunteering opportunities for young Australians or, a Duke of Ed Framework User looking for inspiration on how to complete their Duke of Ed Voluntary Service Section, Duke 4 Volunteering can help close the gap!
Duke of Ed National CEO, Peter Kaye AM ESM, says “The Duke of Ed has long recognised the importance of Voluntary Service in shaping resilient, compassionate, and community-minded young people. Hence, Duke 4Volunteering is an exciting next step to connect young Australians with purpose-driven charities and not-for-profits, expanding on our other partnership categories: Duke 4Sport, Duke of Ed Employer and Tertiary Partnerships.”
In launching this week, we’re thrilled to welcome our first Duke 4Volunteering Partner, Red Cross Lifeblood! A national leader in life-saving healthcare, Lifeblood has created a dedicated 13-week program for young people 16 years and over, working toward their Duke of Ed Level.
“Having completed all Duke of Ed Levels through school, I know just how great the Framework is for young people. For Australian Red Cross Lifeblood to be chosen as the inaugural National Partner for the Duke of Ed’s first ever Duke 4Volunteering channel is an exciting partnership for us to be part of. We look forward to seeing many Duke of Ed Framework Users volunteering across our centres soon.” (Cath Stone - Executive Director Donor Experience, Australian Red Cross Lifeblood)
❓ Did you know❓
85% of those that have completed a Duke of Ed Level feel contributing to community and society has become more important to them since using the Duke of Ed Framework!
(Source – 2023 Impact Survey, Australia)
“By building a national, trusted network of volunteering opportunities, we’re proud to support young people in contributing meaningfully to their communities – while growing resilience, empathy, and real-world skills a part of their Voluntary Service Section of their Duke of Ed Level.” (Cathy McInerny – National Operations Manager, Duke of Ed)
Get involved! Discover more about Duke 4Volutneering and how your organisation can get involved:
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