the Duke of Edinburgh's Award
/ðə ˌdjuːk əv ˈedɪnbrəz əwɔːd/
/ðə ˌduːk əv ˈedɪnbərəz əwɔːrd/
(abbreviation DofE)
- a programme of activities for young people between the ages of 14 and 24. It was started in Britain in 1956 by the Duke of Edinburgh and others. The Award has become international and is known by different names in some countries, such as the Congressional Award in the US. Young people choose a personal interest to develop and also do community service and outdoor activities. Awards for achievement are given at three levels: bronze, silver and gold. The Award scheme is operated mainly by schools and youth organizations.
爱丁堡公爵奖：针对14至24岁年轻人的活动计划。爱丁堡公爵等人于1956年在英国开始这项活动。该奖项已成为国际性奖项，在某些国家以不同的名称闻名，例如美国的国会奖。年轻人选择个人兴趣去发展，也从事社区服务和户外活动。成就奖分为三个级别：青铜，银和金。奖励计划主要由学校和青年组织运营。