The 2024 report outlines several interconnected aspects influencing the situation of young people [15-29 yo] in the European Union (EU), encompassing demographics, employment, education, social inclusion, political engagement, environmental activism, and health. These topics are not isolated but are intricately related, with many factors influencing others, creating a complex landscape for policy makers and stakeholders.
#Note 1: Relevance with reference to this recent euronews Post and the many comments, I digged up a recent 2024 comparative study published by EU.
#Note 2: Summary of 90 page publication in the comments (via Le chat AI). Or check the original pub in pdf via the link.
#Note 3: This more elaborate eurofund 2025 study titled, ‘The roots of Europe’s mental health crisis run deep’ , encompasses all big Europen crises since 2009 and their economic & mental health impact. Yes, there is a strong correlation, and there are no simple solutions.
25% at the risk of poverty/social exclusion is a terrible, terrible number. 😨
It really is , and explains to me alot about what’s going on in that age group.
+++, I’m following German politics, and gen Z votes for far right / far left (men / women groups respectively). Plus I’ve heard in a podcast that young Gen Z men are more misogynistic than boomers, which speaks a lot.
Now, if a quarter of young people in one of the most developed regions in the world are at the risk of poverty, it explains a lot… Fear and distrust are rather expected.
I wish as an adult in the EU I could do more.
Edit: typo
Spot on imo. And we can start with trying to understand their situation & motives, and take it from ther. I’m seeing the effects with the youngsters and that triggered me to look it up.
#Add. Appreciate your confirmation and input.✌🏻