On 1st August 2025, the Young Person’s Guarantee Pledge becomes the DYW Pledge.

This change is part of a national move to streamline branding and better reflect how employers work directly with Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) teams to deliver real opportunities for young people.

The DYW Pledge keeps everything that’s already working – the same pledge areas, the same flexible approach, and the same local support – under a clearer and more recognisable name.

If you had previously signed up to YPG, there’s no action required from you. Your original pledge will carry forward automatically, and your commitment remains valued and active.

If you would like assets such as the new DYW Pledge digital badge that you can use on your website or communications to showcase your support please email us at info@dywwest.co.uk.

We’re also keen to highlight employer stories as part of our new campaign – if you have a success story to share, we’d love to hear from you.

If you're interested in learning more about the DYW Pledge, please email us at info@dywwest.co.uk, we would love to hear from you!

Thank you again for playing your part in developing the young workforce.

Marketplace for Employers
Marketplace provides a simple way for employers to connect with schools and colleges by offering a range of activities. These can include workshops, workplace tours, skills-based sessions, work experience opportunities and more.

Marketplace for Educators
Educators can use the dedicated Marketplace section on My World of Work to bring real world industry knowledge into the classroom. The platform allows them to browse and book opportunities shared by employers, helping to enhance learning with valuable career insights.

Click here to access Marketplace

Interested in getting started with DYW?

Join us for an informative session on Tuesday 19th August, where you'll be guided through the first steps and explore the opportunities available!

Find out more and register

This month, we attended COB Futures at City of Glasgow College.

This event, delivered in collaboration with our colleagues at DYW Glasgow and DYW Lanarkshire & East Dunbartonshire, gave pupils the chance to explore green and sustainable career pathways through hands-on workshops, engaging panel discussions, and inspiring talks from industry professionals.

Thank you to everyone who helped make it such a valuable experience for the young people who attended .

This free training workshop is designed to support individuals who currently engage with or would like to engage with young people in schools and collages, or in the workplace. This webinar aims to increase confidence in engaging with young people, providing you with tips on planning and delivering activities in schools or colleges.

Join DYW on Tuesday 6th May from 10am-12pm and learn how you can use Marketplace to connect with employers and source opportunities for you and the young people you support.

Click here to find out more and how to register

This webinar is aimed at the parents, guardians, carers and educators in the sphere of influence of young people’s career choices.

Part of the response to the critical skills shortage within the industry, the CITB-funded Construction Work Tasters project has sought to encourage more young people to take up careers in construction. 

With infrastructure, major construction projects, housebuilding and climate targets all dependant on attracting a sufficient breadth of talent, this webinar will explore why apprenticeships are a pathway worth considering.

Register

DYW are holding a "Get Started" webinar on Thursday 6th February from 10am-12pm. 

This free training workshop is designed to support individuals who currently engage with or would like to engage with young people in schools and colleges, or in the workplace - through DYW.

Register

This month, we’ve been celebrating #DYWDecade by reflecting on the fantastic journey DYW has had over the past 10 years.

A huge thank you to everyone who has been part of this incredible decade, your support has made all the difference in shaping opportunities for young people. 

Click the link below to view our socials and revisit our highlights from the campaign over the past three weeks!

You can also watch our video featuring a message from our Programme Director, Bob Davidson, highlighting the achievements and impact of DYW West 

Click here for our social media channels

Click here to view our #DYWDecade video

DYW are launching our "Get Connected" webinar series for professionals who work with young people.

If you are an educator, careers advisor, or a professional working with young people then join us for the first session on 21st January 2025 to explore how Marketplace can help you uncover amazing opportunities for the next generation.

Register here

Are you an educator, careers advisor, or professional supporting young people and looking to explore Marketplace opportunities?

Join DYW's Marketplace Spotlight session on Tuesday, 22nd October!

Click here to register