Challenges Facing Youth in Pakistan
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What is one major impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on youth unemployment in Pakistan?

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused youth unemployment to increase significantly due to economic contraction and rising poverty levels.

How has the pandemic affected access to education for adolescents in Pakistan?

The pandemic worsened access to education through nationwide shutdowns, which increased drop-out rates and hindered the pursuit of tertiary education.

What percentage of the non-agricultural workforce in Pakistan is employed in the informal economy?

72% of the non-agricultural workforce is employed in the informal economy.

Explain the challenge of socio-economic inequality faced by young people in Pakistan.

<p>Socio-economic inequality affects youth by limiting their access to opportunities in education, healthcare, and employment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one consequence of the 18th amendment regarding youth affairs in Pakistan?

<p>The 18th amendment led to challenges in the implementation of national youth policies due to varying structural capabilities among provinces.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be a key focus of government initiatives to support Pakistani youth post-pandemic?

<p>Government initiatives should focus on immediate relief as well as long-term strategies for empowerment and development.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify a major economic statistic related to Pakistan’s GDP growth during 2020.

<p>In 2020, Pakistan's real GDP growth rate was -0.4%.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did COVID-19 contribute to gender discrimination among youth in Pakistan?

<p>The pandemic exacerbated existing gender discrimination, making it harder for young women to access education and employment opportunities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Pakistan's Youth Challenges

Adolescents and youth in Pakistan face numerous interconnected problems, including rising poverty, unemployment, limited access to healthcare and education, and socio-economic inequality.

COVID-19 Impact on Pakistan

The pandemic deepened pre-existing problems like poverty and unemployment, impacting Pakistan's youth significantly.

Socio-economic Inequality

Unequal distribution of resources and opportunities in Pakistan, impacting youth in different ways.

Youth Employment Challenges

Limited employment opportunities, particularly for young people, contribute to Pakistan's youth issues.

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Healthcare and Education Access

Many marginalized adolescents and youth face barriers to accessing sufficient healthcare and education.

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Provincial Autonomy Issues

Difficulties in implementing national youth policies due to varied situations across different provinces in Pakistan.

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Real GDP Growth Rate

The rate at which a country's economy grows in a given year, measured in real terms (adjusted for inflation).

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Inflation Rate

The rate at which prices for goods and services are rising.

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Study Notes

Challenges Affecting Adolescents and Youth in Pakistan

  • Research process triangulated data from literature, key informants, and co-design sessions with adolescents/youth.
  • Key challenges identified include unemployment, poverty, illiteracy, gender discrimination, and socio-economic inequality.
  • Pre-pandemic, 24.3% of Pakistanis lived below the poverty line, projected to rise to 40% due to the pandemic.
  • Inflation increased sharply, and real GDP growth rate contracted in 2020.
  • Inflation for 2021 was 8.7%, GDP growth rate was 1.5%.
  • Less than half the workforce is employed, with 72% in the informal economy, severely affected by the pandemic.
  • Limited access to healthcare and education, exacerbated by nationwide shutdowns.
  • Education system's rigid structure and private/public divide hinders interaction & creates intolerance.
  • Devolution of youth affairs to the provinces (18th amendment) made policy implementation difficult due to unique provincial structures/challenges.
  • Need for policies to mitigate the pandemic's effects, support youth empowerment, and promote the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

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This quiz explores the various socio-economic challenges affecting adolescents and youth in Pakistan, analyzing the impacts of unemployment, poverty, illiteracy, and gender discrimination. It also addresses the effects of the pandemic on the workforce and education system, highlighting the critical issues that need to be addressed for better youth development.

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