| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | World Youth Skills Day |
| Date | July 15 (annually) |
| Significance in 2025 | 10th anniversary since UN declaration in 2014 |
| Theme 2025 | "Youth Empowerment Through Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digital Skills" |
| Purpose | Raise awareness about helping youth gain skills for employment, entrepreneurship, and development |
| NEET Statistics | 267 million youth categorized as NEET (Not in Employment, Education, or Training) |
| Future NEET Projection | Expected to rise to 273 million |
| Global Challenge | 86% of students feel unprepared for AI-driven workplaces; 90% of girls in low-income countries are offline |
| Digital Learning | Only 1 in 10 teenagers in rich nations use digital tools for learning over one hour weekly |
| Cyber Risks | Most countries lack laws to protect youth from cyberbullying and online risks |
| TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) | Supported by UN to bridge skills gap, enhancing job prospects, income, and confidence |
| Events | Photo/essay competitions, skills demonstrations, panel discussions at UN Headquarters |
| Support Methods | Encourage vocational programs, share youth stories on social media with #WorldYouthSkillsDay, discuss career skills with students |
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