Factors influencing Youth Unemployment in Sri Lanka

Weerasiri, A.R.P; Samaraweera, G. R. S. R. C.

doi:10.4038/ajms.v1i1.27

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“…al. in research (Weerasiri & Samaraweera, 2021) the still occurrence of discriminatory practices related to market access encourages women not to enter the workforce and become housewives. The results of this study are in line with the results of research conducted by (Abshoko, 2016) that the sex ratio which shows more men than women has a positive relationship with the unemployment rate.…”

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Analysis of the Influence of Demography and Education on Youth Unemployment in Indonesia

Lanadimulya,

Remi,

Purnagunawan

2023

JRIE

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This study analyses the influence of demography and education on youth unemployment in Indonesia. The demographic conditions are examined based on the youth population, adult unemployment, and sex ratio. Education is measured by the percentage of the labour force that has completed at least high school education. The model used is panel data regression analysis, employing time series data from 2013-2022 and cross-section data from 34 provinces in Indonesia. The study found that demographic conditions significantly influence youth unemployment levels in Indonesia. The increase in the number of young people needs to be managed so that their entry into the labour force is more manageable, by increasing the promotion of education and expanding skills training for young people. Adult unemployment is a competitor to the youth labour force, reducing the opportunity for young people to find employment, and the results of this study highlight that the distribution of women entering the labour force is smaller, so an increase in the number of men entering the labour force has a positive effect on the increase in youth unemployment. Meanwhile, increasing the proportion of the labour force with at least a high school education can reduce youth unemployment in Indonesia.

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Analysis of the Influence of Demography and Education on Youth Unemployment in Indonesia

Lanadimulya,

Remi,

Purnagunawan

2023

JRIE

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“…To address the unemployment crisis, which is one of the most pressing concerns confronting many nations [4] an examination of its drivers was required, with the goal of providing a solution to the unemployment problem [5]. In both developed and developing nations, young unemployment is more severe than adult unemployment [6][7][8][9].…”

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On the Determinants of Unemployment in Somalia: What is the Role of External Debt?

Warsame,

Mohamed

2024

IJSDP

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The linkage between unemployment, inflation, GDP, and external debt spans several economic themes. Because unemployment remains a concern in the global economy, researchers and economists are focused on it. Other things being equal, it is widely acknowledged that achieving price stability will have a favorable impact on employment and economic growth, especially if the optimal threshold can be met. Meanwhile, the right balance remains elusive, as central banks around the world compete to increase employment while maintaining price stability. In this study, we analyze annualized data from 1991 to 2019 to try to understand how unemployment in Somalia responds to changes in the price level. To process the data collection, the ARDL model and the Bound test analytical tools were used. The parameter estimate implies that when the external debt changes by 1%, the jobless rate increases by 0.031%, according to the findings. GDP, on the other hand, had a negative but small impact on the unemployment rate, and was associated with a 0.59% decrease in the unemployment rate. We believe that, rather than depending simply on monetary targeting to balance unemployment, GDP, GDP deflator, and foreign debt, economic deepening can play a supporting role in sustaining an optimal inflation rate and a minimal unemployment level.

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“…Majority of the youth in the age group of 18-25 were either completing their high school certification, entering into universities or ending their university careers. As highlighted by Weerasiri (2021), limited investments made towards youth targeted job opportunities has caused a stirred reaction from the younger generation which provokes the thought of migration. Moreover, the free educational system policy results in only qualified students to go through to the university whilst the others end up searching for alternative means of survival (Alawattegam, 2020).…”

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Understanding the impact of the socioeconomic crisis on the mental health and conflict management styles of the youth of the Western Province of Sri Lanka and it’s incite on migration: A comparison between current and past trends

Fahim Aslam,

H.A.Gayan Madushanka,

Mithuni Chaga Jayawardana

et al. 2023

World J. Adv. Res. Rev.

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This research investigates the socio-economic and psychosocial factors influencing youth decision-making and migration intentions in Sri Lanka, with a focus on the Western Province. The study contextualizes the challenges faced by the youth, exacerbated by the aftermath of the 2019 Easter attacks and the subsequent economic downturn intensified by the COVID-19 pandemic. Youth employment, educational opportunities, and the economic crisis are explored as contributors to distress levels and a potential motivation for migration. A Conflict Management Styles Assessment is incorporated to identify prevalent conflict resolution strategies among the youth. The findings reveal a significant relationship between socio-economic crises, mental health distress, and conflict resolution styles. The study emphasizes the need for effective conversation strategies, timely conflict resolution, and expert consultations. The observed distress levels and migration inclinations underscore the importance of addressing psychological well-being during crises, advocating for platforms enabling youth to voice concerns. The study recommends collaborative problem-solving approaches and highlights the essential role of mental health practitioners. Further research with larger sample sizes is proposed to validate and reinforce these findings, ensuring their applicability to broader youth demographics in Sri Lanka.

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Factors influencing Youth Unemployment in Sri Lanka

Cited by 9 publications

References 10 publications

Analysis of the Influence of Demography and Education on Youth Unemployment in Indonesia

Analysis of the Influence of Demography and Education on Youth Unemployment in Indonesia

On the Determinants of Unemployment in Somalia: What is the Role of External Debt?

Understanding the impact of the socioeconomic crisis on the mental health and conflict management styles of the youth of the Western Province of Sri Lanka and it’s incite on migration: A comparison between current and past trends

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