2. Introduction to the Programme and
the responsibilities of an Award Leader
All forms referred to in this training presentation can be found in the Award Leaders info, a link to this will be sent to you with your operating licence

3. Introduction – The Basics
The programme targets young people aged 14 – 24 years old
The programme is designed by young people to fit their own interests and abilities
Throughout the programme participants can build confidence, experience new things, develop new skills and friendships

4. Introduction – The Reason Why
The Award isn’t just about the empowerment of the individual, however it is a core part of the programme and is one of the major expected outcomes of participation but the big picture is community well-being and the elements that empower the individual are broadly the same as those that contribute to community well-being.
On the next slide we look at those things that contribute to both individual and community well-being.

5. Introduction – The Reason Why: 2
During our work with Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award participants it is important that this is not viewed as just a tick box exercise. During the time a participant is engaged with the programme we need to address issues such as:
Civic and Human Rights (Work within the Treaty of Waitangi in a spirit of Partnership, Participation and Protection)
Culture and Identity (Support both of these to ensure participants feel happy to express their culture and identity without feeling judged or in deficit)
Safety and Security (This is physical, emotional and psychological safety)
Social Connectedness (The Award can connect very
diverse communities)
Leisure and Recreation (Work/Life Balance)

6. Introduction – The Reason Why: 3
The Award, although already aligned to community well-being outcomes, when delivered with the previous elements in mind and as an embedded part of our Kaupapa (principle or policy), can have a positive effect on a whole community. This is done by bringing together the diverse elements, cultures and personalities within the community through understanding, mutually positive behaviours, and the interconnectedness of individuals who work together to nurture, heal and develop those around them.

7. The Award has 3 levels….
BRONZE
SILVER
GOLD

8. …and 4 sections to each level
Skills
Service
Physical Recreation
Adventurous Journey

9. Time Requirements for Sections
+ Adventurous Journey
+ Residential Project at Gold Level

10. See next slide for examples
Direct Entrants
A Gold participant who has not completed any of the previous awards (Bronze and Silver) is known as a “Direct Participant” and must complete sufficient practice trips for the Adventurous Journey plus the Bronze and Silver training in addition to Gold training before going to the qualifying trip
They will also have to do an extra 26 weeks in whichever section they choose as their longest section
See next slide for examples

11. Silver Gold 1 x 52 weeks 1 x 78 weeks 2 x 26 weeks 2 x 52 weeks
Direct Entrant Timeframes
Silver Gold
1 x 52 weeks x 78 weeks
2 x 26 weeks x 52 weeks
+ Adventurous Journey
+ Residential Project at Gold Level

12. They will also have to do an extra 26 weeks in one section
Semi-Direct Entrants
A Gold participant who has completed Bronze but not Silver is known as a “Semi-Direct Participant” and must complete sufficient practice trips and the Silver training in addition to Gold training before going to the qualifying trip
They will also have to do an extra 26 weeks in one section

13. Learn some new skills….or use ones you have already
Examples:
Sports Referee
Musical Instruments
Driving licence
Language
Leadership

14. Physical Recreation Improve your fitness Examples: Netball/Basketball
Rugby/Touch
Dance
Martial Arts
Walking
Swimming
Gym

15. Adventurous Journey Learn Survival & Navigation Plan a Journey
Experience the Outdoors
Examples:
Mountain Biking
Tramping
Horse Riding
Kayaking
Sailing
Or a mixture of these

16. Service Helping your community Voluntarily making a difference
Examples:
Youth Leadership
Tree Planting
Fundraising
Peer Mentor
Sports Coaching
Life Saving
Graffiti Removal

17. Residential (Gold level only)
5 days and 4 nights away
from home
(not at your rellies)
Examples:
Marae Stay
Outward Bound
Spirit of NZ
WWOOFing
Scouting Jamboree

18. Permitted School Activities
(provided section requirements are met)
School Team - Physical Recreation
Sports Coaching - Service
Mentoring/Support - Service
Library Volunteer - Service
Canteen Volunteer - Service
Fundraising - Service
DofEIA Admin Support - Service
Student Council – Service or Skill (not both)
Extra-Curricula Study - Skill
Tramping Club – Adventurous Journey

19. An Award Leader’s Responsibilities
Registrations
All Registrations are via the Online Record Book (ORB)
Separate training is available for ORB, contact us for details
Participants currently pay the registration fee to the Award Unit

20. The Bullet Points..
Bronze and Silver Awards are checked on the ORB by the Award Leader and processed to us for validation
Completed Gold Awards are checked by the Award Leader on the ORB but are also audited by National Office and once checked and signed off the badges are sent out
Gold Awardees can choose to receive their certificates by post or at an Award Ceremony in either Auckland, Wellington, Dunedin or Christchurch

21. Recording Achievement
All Award activity is recorded on ORB and needs to be approved by the Award Leader before the activity commences.
Registrations cost $86.25 including gst at Bronze and Silver and $ at Gold

22. What are the benefits
to Young People?

23. It won’t
Make you Taller…

24. But you might just hold your head higher!

25. It won’t make you better looking

26. But you’ll be more attractive to employers!

27. It won’t get your ironing done…

28. But you’ll have the motivation to do your own…

29. It may just make you richer….

30. In experiences if not in dollars…

31. Happier…..

32. And some new mates….

33. Resources for You
Many of which are…..

34. Check out our
Website

35. But you have to complete an award to get them!
Random Kiwi

36. National Office Staff Karen Ross karen@dofehillary.org.nz
National Director
Jessica Zanetti
Award Delivery Advisor
Marie Wilson
Gold Award Admin
Kate Ricketts
Fundraising and Relationship Management
Linda Palmer-Scott
Communications Advisor
Candice Maritz
Finance Advisor
Andy Woodhouse
Training & Development Director & Adventurous Journey

37. Phone
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Website
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