THE third Annual Conference of Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) Ayrshire took place recently.

It gave delegates the opportunity to hear from young people, educators, and employers who have benefited from being involved with DYW Ayrshire and the partnerships that have been developed.

Employers heard how engaging with education can support them to nurture future talent pipeline, engage with their local community and support young people in their career aspirations.

The Conference was hosted by Steering Group member and MSYP, Aaran McDonald. Keynote speakers included Douglas Hutchison, Depute Chief Executive & Director of People – South Ayrshire Council, Rob Woodward, Chair of DYW Employer Forum and Jamie Hepburn, Minister for Business.

Fair Work & Skills. Rob Woodward, Chair of DYW Employer Forum said: “It is clear that DYW is becoming embedded in Ayrshire schools and is beginning to make a difference to the career prospects and aspirations of Ayrshire’s young people.”

Jamie Hepburn MSP, Minister for Business, Fair Work & Skills said: “Across the country we are seeing substantial progress, particularly in Ayrshire where I have seen firsthand that progress.”

Ayrshire schools and is beginning to make a difference to the career prospects and aspirations of Ayrshire’s young people.”

Jamie Hepburn MSP, Minister for Business, Fair Work & Skills said: “Across the country we are seeing substantial progress, particularly in Ayrshire where I have seen firsthand that progress.”