1. Mission Statement (Why we exist) To help all Prince Edward Islanders, aged 14-24, discover and achieve their unlimited potential.

2. Vision Statement (where we are headed) ‐All Prince Edward Islanders between the ages of 14 and 24 have the opportunity for life-shaping and empowering self- development, by challenging themselves to develop new skills, help others, be active, and seek adventure.

3. National and Provincial Structure The Award Programme is a youth development programme, not a youth organization. In Canada, the administrative structure is as follows: The National Award Board of Directors and Staff The Divisional or Provincial Councils and Staff The user Units (Groups or Independents)

4. National/Provincial Flow-Chart National Director National Council Provincial President Provincial Council Gold Award Society President Provincial Director Independents Leaders/Volunteers Active Participants General Public Youth Ages 14 – 25 years Gold Award Society Gold Award Holders

5. Ten Operating Principles of the Award 1. Non-competitive 2. Available to ALL young people, 14-24 3. Flexible 4. Voluntary 5. Balanced 6. Progressive 7. Achievement Focused 8. “A marathon, not a sprint” 9. “A process, not a prize” 10. ENJOYABLE

6. Objectives Challenge young people between the ages of 14 and 24. Be flexible enough to meet the needs and interests of all young people, regardless of: gender, ability, cultural background, geographic location, or socio-economic level. Ensure that each participant “Reaches for his/her best,” while completing challenging goals. Provide recognition for personal achievement within personal abilities and goals. Help young people become responsible citizens

7. The Programme

8. Three Cornerstones Think – I C E Show I-MPROVEMENT Be C-HALLENGING Make an E-FFORT

9. 4 SECTIONS Community Service Adventurous Journey Skills Physical Recreation

10. Community Service ‐Keep in touch with the community through service learning

11. Adventurous Journey Experience the outdoors through fun, adventure and exploration!

12. Skills Learn something new! Enhance an existing skill!!

13. Physical Recreation Develop healthy lifestyle choices - challenge yourself - learn something new!

14. Residential Project Gold requirement Must be age 16 to participate Five days (four nights) minimum Can be spread over a series of weekends, within a 12 month period & same activity With peers other than usual companions

15. 3 LEVELS Bronze Silver Gold

16. Summary of Conditions BRONZESILVERGOLD Physical Recreation3 months*6 months**12 months*** Skill3 months*6 months**12 months*** Community Service3 months*6 months**12 months*** Adventurous Journey 2 days + 1 night3 days + 2 nights 4 days + 3 nights Residential ProjectN/A 5 days + 4 nights Minimum age to start14 years15 years16 years * All participants must complete an additional 3 months in either Physical Recreation, Skill or Community Service – this is called SELECTING A MAJOR! ** Participants who have not achieved a Bronze Award must complete an additional 6 months in either Physical Recreation, Skill or Community Service (A “MAJOR”) *** Participants who have not achieved a Silver Award must complete an additional 6 months in either Physical Recreation, Skill or Community Service (A “MAJOR”)

17. 3 Types of Adventurous Journey 1)Exploration – a purpose with a trip 2)Expedition – a trip with a purpose 3)Other Adventurous Journeys (need prior approval from Standards Director)

18. Bronze Minimum 6 months Community Service: 1 hr/week for 3 months (6 months for Major) Skill: 1 hr/week for three months (6 months for Major) Physical Recreation: 1 hr/week for 3 months (6 months for Major) Adventurous Journey: preliminary training, practice journey, followed by a 2- day activity

19. Silver Minimum 6 months –(12 months for Direct Entry; must select a Major) Community Service: 1 hr/week for six months (12 months for Major) Skill: 1 hr/week for six months (12 months for Major) Physical Recreation: 1 hr/week for six months (12 months for Major) Adventurous Journey: preliminary training, overnight practice journey, followed by a 3-day activity

20. Gold Minimum 12 months –(18 months for Direct Entry; must select a Major) Community Service: 1 hr/week for twelve months (18 months for Major) Skill: 1 hr/week for twelve months (18 months for Major) Physical Recreation: 1 hr/week for twelve months (18 months for Major) Adventurous Journey: preliminary training, overnight practice journey, followed by a 4-day activity Residential Project: 4 nights, five days

21. Happy Birthday! All Award Requirements must be accomplished by the Participant’s 25 th Birthday.

22. Award Recognition ‐BRONZE ‐SILVER ‐GOLD Provincial Ceremony National/Royal Ceremony

23. Bronze Award Ceremony ‐Achievers are recognized at a ceremony with a pin and certificate ‐Presented by Lieutenant Governor of Prince Edward Island

24. Silver Award Ceremony Silver Award recipients receive their Certificate of Achievement from the Lieutenant Governor. (Ceremony May 2013 at Government House.)

25. Gold Award Ceremony ‐Gold Award Achievers receive their Certificate of Achievement from a member of The Royal Family or the Governor General of Canada. HRH The Earl of Wessex, The Prince Edward.

26. His Excellency, The Right Honourable David Johnson, Governor General of Canada Pier 21 – June 1, 2011 St Mary’s University May 2012

27. What’s In It For Me? The Award is widely recognized by employers and schools; a great way to build experience and your resume. The Award provides a great sense of personal achievement; new skills and interests; self- development; and leadership skills. Students in Prince Edward Island can receive high school credit. Other provinces check with your division.

28. ELECTIVE HIGH SCHOOL CREDITS ‐B‐Bronze and Silver Level or Silver Level Direct Entry – Duke of Edinburgh Bronze 11 (credit DOE521T) ‐G‐Gold Level or Gold Level Direct Entry – Duke of Edinburgh Gold 12 (credit DOE621T)

29. Frequently asked questions “who wins an award anyway?“ "do I have to choose a new skill?“ " how long does it take?“ "is anyone ever turned down for an award?"

30. Q & A ‘s

31. THANK YOU!!