Event

DYW Connect | Learn * Collaborate * Celebrate

A new daytime event celebrating the collective effort to prepare the region's future workforce.

Date

18th Jun, 2026

Location

Ardoe House Hotel

DYW Connect

Learn * Collaborate * Celebrate

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Award Categories

Nominating yourself - or someone else - for a DYW Connect award is simple and free. Choose one of the four categories below on the form when completing your entry. View our terms and conditions of entry here.

Nomination form

Inspiring Young Person

For an individual aged 16-24 who demonstrates a strong, early commitment to developing their skills, and acting as a role model for their peers, organisation or industry sector.

Employer Champion

For the industry representative or organisation that goes above and beyond to make their sector and the roles within it accessible to young people.

Excellence in Education

For the educator, group or education collective that demonstrates best practice, and goes above and beyond to create opportunities to inspire young people about the world of work.

Partnership Impact

For an employer-education project, initiative or collaboration that places skills development and career readiness at the heart of its activities.

The DYW Connect awards close for entries at 5pm on Friday, 29 April.

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Sponsorship Opportunities

Would your organisation like to support DYW Connect via sponsorship? Our sponsorship packages are a great way to get involved and offer a variety of benefits. Get in touch to find out more.

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