NYAA – National Youth Achievement Award
The National Youth Achievement Award (NYAA) Youth Leadership Development Programme is an exciting self-development programme for young people between the ages of 13 and 30 years old. It is a holistic, balanced and non-competitive programme of voluntary leisure time activities, designed to provide our young people with a platform to develop personal qualities and skills to make a difference to themselves, their communities and the world. – www.NYAA.org
Updated June 2020
The NYAA Council has released a document to address concerns about progressing through the NYAA journey despite the COVID-19 situation.
Please refer to the information here ▶ NYAA – COVID-19
CAMP CHALLENGE & NYAA
Our NYAA programme is open to:
- All youths who are seeking to attain the award at all three levels
- Youths who require support to complete certain segments of the NYAA
- Youth organizations seeking support for their NYAA programmes
145
Number of NYAA Participants registered under CAMP CHALLENGE (as of Aug 2018)
Our NYAA Gold Awardees
2016
2017
2018
New NYAA Requirements (As of Jan 2018)
Bronze
For those 13 and under 30
Silver
For those 15 and under 30
Gold
For those 16 and under 30
Service Learning
Touching Lives, Making a Difference
Undertake a Values-In-Action project or any community service projects of your interest.
At least 20 hours of regular activities spread over a minimum of 4 months
At least 40 hours of regular activities spread over a minimum of 8 months
At least 60 hours of regular activities spread over a minimum of 12 months
Outdoor Appreciation
To be at Ease with Nature
Build confidence, develop problem-solving skills, enhance teamwork, and strengthen your understanding of the natural environment.
At least 15 hours of outdoor activities with a specific learning goal
At least 24 hours of outdoor activities with a specific learning goal
At least 36 hours of outdoor activities with a specific learning goal
Healthy Living
Physical & Mental Wellness
Adapting healthy habits with a balanced diet and exercise to improve both the physical and emotional well-being.
At least 24 hours of regular activities spread over a period of 6 months
At least 32 hours of regular activities spread over a period of 12 months
At least 48 hours of regular activities spread over a period of 18 months
Community Leadership Initiative
Creating an Impact, Delivering Change
Identify a need in the community, take on a leadership role and find solutions to contribute effectively to bring about a positive outcome.
N/A
N/A
Embark on the initiative individually or in a small group
Past NYAA Requirements (Before 2018)
Bronze
For those over 14 and under 25
Silver
For those over 15 and under 25
Gold
For those over 16 and under 25
Service
Aim: To learn how to give useful service to others
15 hours over 3 months
30 hours over 6 months
60 hours over 12 months
Adventurous Journey
Aim: To encourage a spirit of adventure and discovery
2 Days 1 Night (at least 12 hours of activity)
3 Days 2 Nights (at least 21 hours of activity)
4 Days 3 Nights (at least 32 hours of activity)
Skills
Aim: To encourage the development of personal interests and practical skills
6 months
12 months (6 months for Bronze NYAA holder)
18 months (12 months for Silver NYAA holder)
90 hours (5 hours per month)
Physical Recreation
Aim: To encourage participation in physical recreation and improvement of performance
20 hours over 8 weeks
30 hours over 10 weeks
40 hours over 12 weeks
Residential Project
Aim: To undertake or initiate a project which will serve or have a beneficial impact on the community at large
N/A
N/A
Community-based project
*Compulsory for all Gold Award participants
View a more detailed introduction of the NYAA Criteria (as of 2018) here ► NYAA 2018 New Criteria
How do I begin?
- Identify the level of NYAA that you will be participating in, based on your age. *Each level is autonomous and you do not need to begin from the lowest level.
- Register in our online form below.
- Blog your NYAA Journey and reflections at our blog!
- Fill up your NYAA Participant’s Booklet, which will be mailed to you upon successful registration.
- Write about your activities and reflections. Compile your reflections and submit your report together with your booklet at the end of your NYAA journey. CAMP CHALLENGE can also provide guidance with your report if you register for your NYAA with us.
Registration
Register for your NYAA journey now with us!
CAMP CHALLENGE offers an exclusive NYAA Registration + Sea Expedition package at the following rates:
- NYAA Bronze: NYAA Registration fees + 2D1N Adventurous Journey Sea Expedition: $310.00
- NYAA Silver: NYAA Registration fees + 3D2N Adventurous Journey Sea Expedition: $365.00
- NYAA Gold: NYAA Registration fees + 4D3N Adventurous Journey Sea Expedition: $420.00
Notes:
- All fees are inclusive of GST.
- Payment details will be provided in an email upon submission of your registration form.
- Registrations will be processed on the 15th of every month.
- If you have submitted your registration with us on the 15th of the month or after, your registration will only be processed on the 15th of the next month.