DHL Group has extended its global youth employability program, GoTeach by five years to mark the initiative’s 15th anniversary and reaffirming its partnerships with Teach For All and SOS Children’s Villages through 2030.
Launched in 2010, GoTeach was designed to address global youth unemployment. The program connects young people – particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds – with DHL employees who serve as mentors and role models and provide skills, confidence and networks.
GoTeach began in Madagascar, where the first partnership activities were piloted. What started as a local effort to bridge the gap between skills and the job market has since scaled into a global initiative. In Madagascar, the program has grown from an initial group of 15 youth to reach over 7,000 participants across five regions and serves as a talent pipeline: 40 participants have gained permanent employment at DHL.
In the Americas, the ‘My First Job’ initiative has gone beyond basic skills development since 2023, offering intensive one-year work placements that combine practical learning with professional experience. More than 25 participants have transitioned into permanent roles at DHL.
In Romania, GoTeach has collaborated with key corporate customers, including Paragon, Bumbu Toys, Aumovio Systems, and Aerostar, providing young people with practical insights into industries ranging from automotive technology to aerospace and defence.
Future plans for GoTeach include expanding the reach of the program through wider multi-stakeholder collaborations with like-minded partners and continuing to foster a culture of volunteering that empowers both the next generation and DHL employees worldwide.
“Providing access to quality education and career opportunities should not be a privilege, but a right for every young person,” said Thomas Ogilvie, chief human resources officer at DHL Group and Teach For All board member.
