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80        Duke of Edinburgh's International Award—Australia                                                                                                    To provide support for the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award—Australia, to the extent that providing such support:
                                                                                                                                                               (a) increases access to, and representation in, the Award nationally:
                                                                                                                                                               (i) for people under 18 who are disadvantaged, or who have a mental or physical disability, so as to contribute to their development and enjoyment of a full and decent life; or
                                                                                                                                                               (ii) for young people of 18 or over who have a mental or physical disability, so as to contribute to their independence, ability and inclusion in all aspects of life; and
                                                                                                                                                               (b) would assist Australia to meet its obligations under:
                                                                                                                                                               (i) the Convention on the Rights of the Child (particularly Articles 4, 6(2) and 23(1)); or
                                                                                                                                                               (ii) the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (particularly Article 26(1)).
                                                                                                                                                                     Note: The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award—Australia encourages young people to volunteer their time in their communities, participate in sport and recreation activities, develop their teamwork and leadership competence, and develop their personal interests and social skills.