Who we are


 
 

The Challenge: Youth Employment

The dual crises of youth employment and economic inequality are two of the most pressing challenges facing the Americas today. Latin America and the Caribbean currently face 10.3% of unemployment rate, with youth unemployment (30 Millions of total unemployed in the region) rising to 18.1%. They are exposed to causes and effects of unemployment.

 

23 million young people

are neither working nor engaged in education or training (NEET); and more than 66,5% of NEETs are women. In addition, 40% of formal firms in LAC report having difficulty filling jobs.

 
 
 

The Solution


We inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy. Through the delivery of hands – on, blended learning, we activate youth for the future of jobs, by teaching the skills they need. Our initiatives combine digital components and volunteers’ interventions

 
 

Footprint 2022

 

Partners supporting JA

Schools involved

volunteers

youth benefitted

1,535

15,561

20,075

1,489,097

CONTACT US: INFO@JAAMERICAS.ORG