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The Award is a flexible, interesting and fun-packed programme for all young people between the ages of 14 and 24 regardless of their background. Participants pursue a number of self chosen activities over a set length of time. It is entirely voluntary and is structured so the Participants can design their own unique program centred around their interests and passions. It’s not a piece of cake, but it is well worth the effort.

Deliver

The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Malta is delivered through schools, youth clubs and youth organisations. Our aim is to extend our reach to correctional facilities and in businesses. Delivering the Award provides the opportunity to contribute to the personal growth development of young people – tomorrow’s decision makers and community leaders.

Support

The Award in Malta aims to become the programme of choice for young people in Malta regardless of their background, ability or circumstance. It plans to extend its programme through appropriate and diverse organisations.

About

The Award Programme grew out of the efforts of three men, who were responding to a common anxiety about how best to engage young people. The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award was set up in 1956, by HRH Prince Philip, Kurt Hahn, a German educationalist, and Lord Hunt, leader of the first successful ascent of Everest. Based on the philosophy of Hahn, the Programme was designed around four sections: Rescue & Public Service Training, the Expedition, Pursuits & Projects, and Fitness.

Courtesy visit to the President of Malta

Kenneth De Martino as Chairman of the Award together with Charles Cilia, Stephanie Falzon and Lara Tonna ( Trustees) organised a courtesy visit to the President of Malta following the appointment of Dr George Vella as Head of State during which the Patronage of the Award programme in Malta was offered and accepted.

VOPS 2019

Grateful that we have been entrusted to carry out another VOPS project. Thanks to this project we will be able to Introduce the Award to more schools in Malta.

Camping Equipment Kit can be lent from our office in Birkirkara. Do you need a tent, rucksack, sleeping bag, …?

Eligible participants can now make use of any camping equipment from a large selection of Adventure Equipment that The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award – Malta has obtained through VOPs funding. All the required equipment for the Adventurous Journeys is available, including tents, rucksacks, sleeping bags, cooking equipment, maps and much much more. Equipment will […]

A4U Funding from Agenzija Zghazagh

Parliamentary Secretary for Youth, Sport and Voluntary Organisations, Hon. Clifton Grima has presented funding to organisations for the implementation of projects granted through the Aġenzija Żgħażagħ A4U. The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award – Malta, had applied for funding and our project has been awarded, which includes buying of safety equipment to be used during […]