PES Network Conference : implementation of the youth guarantee : challenges and success factors : summary report

PES are key implementers of the Youth Guarantee in almost all European Member States. PES roles can vary across countries and includes many different tasks, from strategic planning to on-theground delivery. Yet, the YG can only be delivered as a collaborative effort of PES and other actors on the labour market and in the education and training sector. Hence, where PES take the lead role, the effectiveness of YG measures relies strongly on PES ability to mobilise a broad range of internal and external resources, and to foster strong collaboration with partners. The second annual 2015 conference of the PES Network took place in Brussels on 9 December 2015. It brought together 60 delegates from 26 Member States, representing the European PES and their partners in YG implementation1. Exemplary practices were presented and discussed in workshops. The conference was structured around four topics that are key to the successful delivery of the Youth Guarantee: 1. Sustainable activation of young people not in education, employment or training (NEET); 2. Working with employers; 3. Enhancing career guidance for young people; and 4. Strengthening collaboration with schools.