As of 1st August 2025, the Young Person’s Guarantee Pledge became the DYW Pledge.

What is the DYW Pledge?

The DYW Pledge is a commitment from employers to support Scotland's young people to succeed in the world of work. As employers and partners, you play a vital role in creating opportunities for young people as they prepare for and take their first steps into the world of work.

​We’re asking you to pledge support in ways that not only benefit the young people of Scotland but benefit your business too. You can build a workforce with the right skills and experience now and in the future.

Benefits to Your Organisation

There are lots of benefits in pledging your support to the DYW Pledge, including:

• Gaining new ideas and insight from a generationally diverse team
• Help with recruitment, retention and succession planning
• Developing and motivating existing staff
• Raising awareness of your industry and organisation

You can download and complete the DYW Pledge form and email it back to us > pledge form

If you're interested in learning more about the DYW Pledge, please email us at info@dywwest.co.uk or visit https://www.dyw.scot/pledge.html

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