In many countries more and more young people are leaving school but unable to find jobs. What problems do you think youth unemployment causes for individuals and the society? What measures should be taken to reduce the level of unemployment among youngsters?

Intro:

Para 1: Effects on individual

-          Economic loss

-          Peace of mind and feeling of security is lost

-          Self worth is lost

-          Social status and status within the family is lost

-          Mental health is affected

Para 2: Effects on society

-          Increased poverty

-          Crime

-          Political instability

-          Diminished health standards

Para 3: What can be done

-          Education system reform – many people are without jobs and many jobs are without suitable people

-          Government subsidies to those firms that take on unemployed people

-          Control of birth rate – fewer children to care for and feed

-          Set up industries based on agriculture

-          Set up cottage industries – carpets – mats – soaps

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