In 2024, Colombia faces a significant challenge with 53.45% of its youth not in employment, education, or training, showing a 15.23% increase from the previous year. Lithuania, with 16.44%, saw a marginal increase, while Belgium, the UK, Austria, and the Czech Republic experienced slight declines in their percentages. Iceland and Luxembourg, however, saw increases, with Iceland at 7.5%. The UK and Belgium managed the most significant declines, suggesting better integration of youth into employment or education systems.
Forecasting future trends, countries should focus on strengthening educational systems, creating employment opportunities, and developing youth-friendly policies to curb the growing NEET rate, particularly in Latin America.
Top countries in 20-24 Year-Olds Youth Not in Employment, Education or Training by Country
| # | 8 Countries | Percent of Relevant Age Group | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Colombia | 53.45 | 2023 | +13.44% | +15.23% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Lithuania | 16.44 | 2023 | -0.2% | +2.43% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 14.2 | 2023 | -0.84% | -0.57% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 13.49 | 2023 | -0.58% | -1.01% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 12 | 2023 | -0.038% | -0.75% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Iceland | 10.88 | 2023 | +1.76% | +7.5% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Luxembourg | 10.85 | 2023 | +1.32% | +1.52% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 8.53 | 2023 | -3.92% | -0.66% | View data |
