2. Key Achievements since 2008

3. Branding –Changed in Autumn 2008 –Old logo was 18 years old –New, fresh look –Over 300 items rebranded

4. Modular Training Framework –DofE is committed to ensuring high quality training is in place for the DofE Leaders and volunteers that run our programmes –Over 300 different courses identified prior to 2008 –Introduced Modular Training Framework Standardised outcomes Transferable Fully resourced

5. Approved Activity Providers –AAP introduced as key quality control Rigorous process that organisations must undertake –170 organisations currently signed up

6. eDofE

7. Our strategy for the next five years

8. The DofE today

9. High Demand

10. United Learning Trust / Ratcliffe Hall Independent employer survey Most important activity undertaken at school

11. Achievable by all

12. Impact Research Undertaken by The University of Northampton Supported by

13. Aims of Independent Research To identify, document and analyse the impacts of participation in DofE programmes and identify ways to improve the DofE for young people in the future.

14. Findings Personal development Building resilience Employment – skills and prospects The role of the Leader Working with the most marginalised

15. The DofE – the future

16. Research Actions Widen participation Increase capacity of providers Recruit leaders from diverse backgrounds Increase support for delivery partners Recognise volunteers Increase training and support for leaders Encourage Gold Holders to become Leaders Review Expedition Section Recognise sectional achievement Induction for new participants Improve Comms, admin and support Appreciation of Social benefit Build in reflection on personal and community benefit

17. MISSION To inspire, guide and support young people in their self development and recognise their achievements.

18. STRATEGIC AIMS More young people to complete an award and reduce the proportion not completing

19. DRIVERS Demand Impact Research Development of online resources Change in Operating Authorities - Broaden range of DofE licence holders

20. STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES 2011-16 Increase number of participants to 300,000 Increase the average completion rate to 50% Build understanding of the barriers to completion Increase the proportion of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds from 10% -20% Increase broader community experiences for young people