Youth Unemployment Challenges in Global Context

Youth unemployment is a pressing issue across various regions, with Bangladesh facing significant challenges as 2.64 million individuals remain unemployed amid a growing educated population, often due to structural limitations in job availability and societal stigma against entrepreneurship. In the UK, the NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training) phenomenon is rising, with 13% of young people opting out of traditional employment, reflecting a broader trend of economic inactivity among youth. Africa holds the highest global youth unemployment rate at 60%, necessitating improved alignment between education and job market demands to foster sustainable development. In the U.S., apprenticeship programs are gaining attention for providing crucial career experiences to high school students, yet many still miss out due to limited availability. Furthermore, leaders like Basavaraj Horatti in India encourage students to become employers rather than merely job seekers, emphasizing skill development and self-reliance. Addressing these trends requires comprehensive efforts from governments, educational institutions, and the private sector to create viable pathways for youth employment.