The long-awaited document is intended to bring Scotland's youth services together for the first time. Deputy education minister Euan Robson has previously called services "patchy".
It aims to improve opportunities for young people's development and the facilities available to them, as well as boost their involvement in decision making. It is also expected to outline plans to improve the youth work career structure, which could involve creating a professional body for Scottish youth workers.
The announcement of the timescale by Robson coincides with the launch of the first national youth work statement. The statement, produced by YouthLink Scotland after consultation with statutory and voluntary organisations, outlines the nature and purpose of youth work.
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