Ecuador is grappling with a severe youth unemployment crisis, as eight out of ten young Ecuadorians struggle to secure formal employment. This alarming statistic comes from a joint study conducted by the non-profit organization Children International and Empleo Joven Ecuador.
The situation in Ecuador is part of a broader trend affecting Latin America, according to the latest report from the International Labour Organization (ILO). The report highlights increasing informality, widening gender gaps, and growing job insecurity among young workers across the region.
Nicolas Suarez provides further insights from Quito, shedding light on the challenges and potential solutions to mitigate the unemployment crisis faced by the youth in Ecuador.
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