Man waiting for a job interview.
Young NEETs — those not in education, employment, or training — are on the rise (stock image.)
  • A fifth of 15-24-year-olds in 2023 were NEETs, per the International Labour Organization.
  • The acronym stands for not being engaged in education, employment, or training.
  • Poor mental health, lack of financial safety, and disconnection from society are partly to blame. 

A growing number of young people globally are struggling to stay in work or school.