International Award for Young People

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The International Award for Young People is a global youth development program that encourages personal growth, skills, physical recreation, and community service through a structured, progressive award system.


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Predicate Object
instanceOf non-formal education program
youth award program
aimsTo encourage community service by young people
encourage personal growth in young people
promote physical recreation among young people
promote skills development in young people
benefits development of practical and social skills
enhanced social responsibility in participants
improved physical fitness of participants
personal development of participants
focusesOn character building
community engagement
holistic youth development
leadership development
self-reliance
teamwork
hasAlternativeName IAYP
The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award (in some countries)
hasCharacteristic international
non-competitive
progressive
self-directed
voluntary
hasLevel Bronze
Gold
Silver
hasOutcome enhanced employability of participants
internationally recognized certificates at each level
stronger connection between youth and communities
hasSection Adventurous Journey
Physical Recreation
Residential Project (at Gold level)
Service
Skills
isImplementedBy community groups
employers
schools
youth organizations
isStructuredAs progressive award system
isSupportedBy adult mentors and assessors
learningMode experiential learning
operatesIn multiple countries worldwide
requires assessment of personal progress
goal setting by participants
regular participation over a set period
targetAgeGroup young people aged approximately 14 to 24

Referenced by (1)
Subject (surface form when different) Predicate
Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
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