Youth at the Heart of Nepal’s Future
Summary
Nepal celebrates International Youth Day 2025 highlighting the vital role of youth in national progress, emphasizing education, local action for SDGs, and equal opportunities for young women.
Key Points
- International Youth Day 2025 emphasizes youth as key to Nepal's future and sustainable development.
- Nepal's youth constitute nearly 20% (15-24 age) and 43% (16-40 age) of the population, representing a demographic dividend.
- Challenges include high youth unemployment, educational gaps, and social barriers for young women.
- Efforts focus on expanding education, skills training, entrepreneurship, and addressing gender-based issues to enable youth participation and leadership.
