Information from The Duke of Edinburgh's Award for DofE Leaders - issue 31: 18 May 2011
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Summer's here and it's perfect weather for cracking on with your DofE activities.
If it does get rainy, snuggle up indoors and explore the new-look eDofE and soon-to-be-launched new DofE website... and be sure to 'like' our Facebook page so you receive daily updates from us.
Meanwhile, on with this month's news...
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COME AND WORK FOR THE DofE
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Does the idea of helping young people achieve things they never dreamed give you a buzz? Would you like to be part of a dynamic team that believes in doing rather than just talking? Then we'd like to hear from you… We are currently recruiting for three exciting posts within the DofE.
Visit our jobs board to find out more about these jobs, which are based in Windsor and Belfast.
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WEBSITE NEWS
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The countdown has begun to the launch of the revamped DofE website (www.DofE.org).
The current two separate areas for young people are being combined and the whole site is being given a fresh new look and feel.
The site will go live towards the end of May and we hope that, after you've got used to where things are, it'll continue to help you in your DofE work.
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GREAT NORTH RUN
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Ever wanted to run a marathon? Well, now's your opportunity as we have 25 guaranteed places in this year's Great North Run on Sunday 18 September.
If you are over 18 and would like to join the team all we are asking is for you to send us your race entry fee of £55 and raise £150 for the Charity. For details contact pam.higgins@DofE.org
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DofE MAGAZINE OUT NOW
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Issue 9 of the DofE magazine for Leaders is out now.
This edition is designed to bring you up to speed with the changes in eDofE and brings you a wealth of important information regarding the useful operational changes to the system and its slick new look and feel.
It is also available to read online.
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DofE VOLUNTEERING OVERSEAS
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Heading overseas for a while? If you want to continue your DofE involvement, where you are on the planet shouldn't get in the way.
For details on how to volunteer for the International Award Programme around the world, visit www.intaward.org
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VOLUNTEER AT FESTIVALS
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Fancy an incredible festival experience this summer? Oxfam normally attends 15 of the biggest and best music festivals, so get involved and join the 5,000-strong team of Oxfam volunteers.
Stewarding: Be part of a fun team in a dynamic and fast moving environment, all whilst making money for charity.
Campaigning: Campaigning at festivals means getting involved with fun, interactive activities to engage festivalgoers with global issues.
Find out more here.
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APPROVED ACTIVITY PROVIDER ADVERT:
THE DEER MANAGER
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Gold Award Residential
A fun-packed week learning about deer and other wildlife.
Practical deer stalking with a camera, shooting targets with rifles, and so much more.
From tracking to survival, you learn from the experts.
Lots of exercise and great food!
www.thedeermanager.com
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APPROVED ACTIVITY PROVIDER ADVERT:
WORLD CHALLENGE
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DofE participants can complete the Expedition section of their Gold DofE programme on an expedition with World Challenge - a DofE Approved Activity Provider. From navigating through the Andes in Argentina to exploring destinations closer to home, such as the Setesdal Valley in Norway, teams will experience real cultural interaction and complete a powerful journey, all whilst developing valuable life skills. Contact us to find out how you can get involved:
T +44 (0)1494 427650
E findoutmore@world-challenge.co.uk www.world-challenge.co.uk
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That's it for this month...
Be sure to keep an eye on our website, and especially our ever-growing list of Approved Activity Providers (AAPs) who are all determined to help young people across the country through their DofE programmes.
Dave Wood
Website & Publications Manager
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