QUEEN'S BADGE

The Highest Award in The Boys' Brigade

The Queen's Badge is the highest award that may be gained by a member of The Boys' Brigade. It's a real opportunity; it aims to challenge and equip the individual, provide new opportunities and expand horizons while remaining accessible to young people of all abilities.

A young person wishing to work towards their Queen's Badge must first have completed their President's Badge. The Queen's Badge offers the chance to engage with the local community, take on responsibility, set personal goals, build self confidence and experience a sense of achievement.

In order to achieve the Queen's Badge a young person must complete the following activities:

Hold the President's Badge
Attend a Candidate's Meeting
Participate in skills-based training
Take responsibility within the BB or Church
Provide voluntary service or support to others outside the BB or Church
Develop Interests (Skills, Physical, Expedition)
Participate in a Completion Residential
Record Activity

PRESIDENT'S BADGE

The president's Badge is Awarded during year 4, you will:

Complete a Christian faith development course
Have good attendance for one session
Be recommended by the company captain
Participate in a non-residential teamwork skills experience

and either : Route A

Complete at least 30 points from the discover programme, having gained three badges in the last 12 months;
take part in an activity-based residential event within the BB
Complete 10 hours of practical service for the Brigade or church

Duke of Ed

What is the DofE?

The DofE is a voluntary, non-competitive programme of practical, cultural and adventurous activities, designed to support the personal and social development of young people aged 14-25, regardless of gender, background or ability. It offers an individual challenge and encourages young people to undertake exciting, constructive, challenging and enjoyable activities in their free time.