Summary
Joint study of young Syrians (aged 18-35) after liberation, based on 12 focus group discussions with 240 participants across urban and rural areas, plus opinion polls and observations. It reports high youth unemployment (75% rural, 53% urban), widespread informal work, disrupted education, political marginalisation and psychological distress (85% reporting anxiety, depression or PTSD). It closes with recommendations proposed by the youth and separate researcher recommendations on governance, employment, education, mental health and security.
Key figures from the report
- 75% rural / 53% urban The unemployment rate is 75% in rural areas, compared to 53% in urban centres. Page 8
- 85% 85% of youth reported suffering from anxiety, depression, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Page 11
- 80% Approximately 80% of youth in both urban and rural areas reported feeling marginalized from political decision-making processes. Page 10