Developing the Young Workforce

Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) is the Scottish Government’s national strategy for strengthening links between businesses and education to better prepare children and young people for the world of work. The headline aim of the programme is to encourage and support more employers to engage directly with schools and colleges to recruit more young people and promote diversity in their workforce.

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Find out the way that you can support our young people.

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Employers

Educators

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Young People and Parents

Digital Resource Hub

Helping to connect employers, educators and young people through online tools and resources. Whether you’re promoting an event for young people in education or are looking for ways to deliver a virtual event, check out these online tools and resources to help you get started.

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DYW National Programmes

Bring the world of work to life through national DYW programmes and packaged activity. These easily accessible programmes support young people at different ages and stages, are co-developed with industry and education and include digital resources as well as employer-led activity.

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