 Today's young people are entering a rapidly evolving labour market shaped by artificial intelligence, digital transformation, climate action and technological innovation. Success now requires more than technical expertise. Employers are increasingly seeking a combination of digital, AI and green skills alongside critical thinking, creativity, adaptability, communication, leadership and emotional intelligence, qualities that technology cannot replace. Recognising that young people are central to economic growth and sustainable development, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 15 July as World Youth Skills Day in 2014. The annual observance was established to underscore the importance of equipping young people with the skills needed for employment, decent work and entrepreneurship in an increasingly competitive world.
This year's theme, "Skills for a Shared Future," highlights the need for innovative learning opportunities that empower young people not only to adapt to change but also to lead it by building resilient, inclusive and sustainable societies. Despite progress, youth unemployment remains a major global challenge. According to the International Labour Organization (ILO), the global youth unemployment rate declined to 13 per cent in 2023, the lowest level in 15 years. However, one in five young people worldwide remains outside employment, education or training, with young women disproportionately affected. In addition, millions of young workers continue to earn a living in informal or insecure jobs. World Youth Skills Day is a reminder that investing in youth skills is more than an education priority, it is a global investment in innovation, economic prosperity and a more inclusive future. Source: UNITED NATIONS
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