Who We Are
Auckland Challenge is proud to be Auckland’s largest and oldest Open Award Unit for the Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award. As a non-profit organization, we are dedicated to empowering youth through the world’s leading youth development program, which is recognized globally by employers and universities for its excellence and impact.
At Auckland Challenge, our mission is to provide young people with the opportunity to develop essential life skills, build resilience, and achieve personal growth through the Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award. We believe in the potential of every young person and strive to support them in unlocking their full potential.
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
Join the tens of thousands of rangatahi worldwide on a life-changing journey
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award is the world’s leading youth development program. Recognized globally by employers and universities, this prestigious award provides young people with a significant advantage as they embark on their future careers and educational pursuits.
Auckland Challenge proudly serves as Auckland’s Open Award Unit, dedicated to guiding and supporting youth through this transformative journey and supporting everyone who wants to complete their Award.
Join us to unlock your potential and gain a head start in the world
Online Training
Making Award Resources easily accessible wherever you are
Auckland Challenge’s online training platform ACORN is designed to support both participants and Award Leaders, ACORN offers a range of resources and training modules including Bronze Training, section guides, and templates to help you succeed in the Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award.
Support Hubs
Making Award Support easy and accessible when you need it
Join our Support Hubs to connect with other participants and receive personalized guidance from experienced Award Leaders. Our Support Hubs are designed to provide you with the resources and support you need to succeed in your Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award journey.
Adventurous Journeys
Facilitating access to Award Journeys
Auckland Challenge works with a range of Award Recognised Activity Providers to provide access to Adventurous Journeys. Visit our Journey Partners to find an amazing journey opportunity for your Award.
Auckland Challenge also enables our participants to plan and organise their own journeys with a group of friends. Talk to us to find out how this could work for you.
Award Leader Support
Helping Grow the Award around Auckland
If you are currently involved in running the Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award or are interested in starting*, we can provide comprehensive support through the Auckland Hub Network. Our network offers resources, guidance, and a community of experienced leaders to help you succeed.
*You must contact the National Office to begin running the Award
Auckland Challenge helps coordinate The Award on behalf of, and in partnership with several schools and groups around Auckland
Contact Us
We are here to help!
With dedicated Award Leaders available whenever you need, you can get the answers you need in a way that suits you.
Award Support
For general Award enquiries please email dofe@aucklandchallenge.org.nz
You can also give Kathryn our coordinator a call on 0274916618
Adventurous Journeys
For information about the Adventurous Journey section, Plan Your Own Journeys, or Journey options please email expeditions@aucklandchallenge.org.nz
You can also find out more about Adventurous Journeys
Administration
For finance and admin enquiries please email admin@aucklandchallenge.org.nz
For IT Services, and ACORN technical support please email it@aucklandchallenge.org.nz