“NEET” YOUTH AS A FACTOR OF SOCIO-ECONOMIC INSTABILITY
https://doi.org/10.59982/18294359-26.1-no-05
Abstract
One of the most pressing problems of modern society is the phenomenon of “NEET” youth (Not in Education, Employment, or Training), which refers to young people who are not engaged in work, education, or vocational training and whose existence can negatively affect the further economic and social development of the state.
The exclusion of youth from the labor market and persistently high levels of youth unemployment remain significant challenges, as young people—particularly in developing countries—often experience the consequences of the economic crisis. The development of policies aimed at reducing the number of NEET youth can play a crucial role in addressing these issues.
The significance of studying this cohort is further underscored by the fact that the exclusion of youth from both the labor market and the educational sphere can adversely impact not only the youth demographic itself, but also older age groups of the population in the future, evolving into a complex socio-economic issue.
Consequently, in recent years, numerous researchers—including economists, sociologists, and psychologists—have brought this issue to the forefront, while statesmen and policymakers have focused their efforts on addressing the challenges of increasing youth integration into the labor market.
Keywords: Unemployment, economic activity, demographic crisis, limited economic opportunities.