
From YPG to DYW Pledge – A Fresh Look, Same Commitment

Young Creatives Win Big at Monsterfest Education Day
Relive the day as DYWICH and Monsterfest celebrate the talents and ambitions of young people in the creative industry at the Monsterfest Education Day...

Interested in Offering a Young Person Work Experience? Here’s How…
Did you know that across Highland 40% of our school leavers go straight into employment when leaving school? Gaining some real work experience is vital to help young people try a career area or sector and to develop their skills before entering the workplace. This is only possible if work experience is on offer – and that’s where you could come in...

Introducing the DYW School Coordinator Team for 2024-2025: Empowering Our Young People
As we embark on a new academic year, we are thrilled to introduce the Developing the Young Workforce Inverness & Central Highland (DYWICH) School Coordinator team for 2024-2025. Our dedicated squad brings a wealth of experience and a passion for helping students, in each of our 14 secondary schools, to bridge the gap between education and the world of work.

Monsterfest / DYW School Competition - Open to ages 16-19
Are you interested in working in the music industry? Here's an opportunity for you!

Get involved with #NoWrongPath this year and inspire the next generation
We're calling on Highland business and organisations to get behind #NoWrongPath on Tuesday 6 August. The social media movement, led by Developing the Young Workforce, provides inspiration and reassurance to young people receiving their results.

Are you a parent and want to help more young people become part of tomorrow's workforce?
We currently have a vacancy on the Advisory Board for a parent representative. We are seeking a parent who is already an active member of a parent council within one of the 14 secondary schools we support. Click here to find out more....

Maximising opportunities for young people entering the jobs market in the Highlands
DYW brought stakeholders together to maximise the opportunities for young people entering the jobs market in the Highlands, while focusing on how to support those furthest from economic achievement and success in the labour market.

Developing The Young Workforce Inverness & Central Highland launch the 'What's on - get involved' Padlet for businesses
Developing the Young Workforce Inverness & Central Highland (DYWICH) last week launched the ‘What’s on – get involved’ Padlet - a new platform to help businesses understand what projects, campaigns and events are taking place in the 14 secondary schools it supports across the year.

And that's a wrap... DYWICH does Scottish Apprenticeship Week
This month Developing the Young Workforce Inverness & Central Highland got involved in Scottish Apprenticeship Week (4-8 March). Find out about all the fantastic events and online activity that took place throughout the week that showcased all the apprentices opportunities across the area and highlight why its such a great route into the world of work.

Girls do Science! Events Return to Inverness
The two-day STEM-focused events invite S1 to S6 girls to come along to explore careers and creativity in and around STEM industries.