More than 40 young people received their Duke of Edinburgh’s (DofE) Gold Award at Government House.
The recipients achieved the scheme’s highest award after completing a 12–18 month programme that included volunteering, learning new skills, physical activity, and a four-day expedition.
The Gold Award also includes a residential section, where participants join an activity away from home and work with new people.
His Excellency the Lieutenant Governor, Sir John Lorimer, presented each recipient with a Gold badge at the ceremony.
Accomplishment
Daphne Caine, Minister for Education, Sport and Culture, said: “Although the Duke of Edinburgh Awards have been running for nearly 70 years, they remain completely relevant.
“Young people learn teamwork and problem-solving, develop resilience, push themselves to achieve goals, and grow in confidence. All of this prepares them for life’s challenges.”
“I would like to congratulate all our fantastic Gold recipients. This is a great accomplishment that demonstrates commitment, determination, and resilience.”
More than 600 young people are currently working towards a Bronze, Silver or Gold Award in the Isle of Man. Participants must be aged 14 to 24 to take part.
Recipients
Castle Rushen High School (CRHS): Samuel Barker, Immi Beech, Ben Biltcliffe, Jasper Blackford, James Carcas, Holly Charmer, Florian Clements, Peter Cope, Noah Garcia-Fierro, Freya Gelling, Dora Giummri, Amelie Hutchinson, Louis Kennedy, Louis Laisney, Theo Mackie, Lisa Martin, Claire Mason, Ned McGregor, Oliver Nicholson, Amy Potts, Kate Potts, Freddie Sime, Lucy Sloane, Corbin Stewart, Matthew Valerga, Ruby Watterson
Ramsey Grammar School (RGS): Keira Brown, Abbigail Radcliffe, Aaron Rielly, Ayrton Withington, Darcey Withington
Independent Duke of Edinburgh (IDOE): Catreeney Ayres, Bree Cassidy, Katie Evans, Sarah Harris, Stella Karezi, Tom Leach, Edan Smith, Thomas Watterson
Independent participants: Elliott Butler, Emily Osbourn
Isle of Man Explorers: David Cowin
Compleat Care: Ben Mason
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