Thailand
Strategies for youth employment
- Strategies for youth employment
- Yes
Youth employment strategy planned in the next 2 years
- Discussions within the government
- Yes
- Consultations with national-level stakeholders (e.g. employers’ and workers’ associations, youth councils, etc.)
- Yes
- A draft strategy already exists
- Yes
- Other (please specify)
- No
Countries with national action plans for youth employment
- Monitoring framework (timeline and activity/outcome indicators, e.g. youth labour market indicators)
- Yes
- Funding (indicative budget to implement the plan)
- Yes
- Institutional responsibilities (e.g. ministries/agencies in charge of specific planned activities )
- Yes
- Other, specify
- No
Public funding for the national youth employment strategy
- Public funding for the national youth employment strategy
- Yes
Additional information:
All related ministries are allocated the budget from Budget Bureau, the Prime Minister’s Office to implement the provisions in the strategy.Youth in the national development / employment strategy
- Youth in the national development / employment strategy
- Yes
Additional information:
Thailand includes youth as a key target group in its adopted national development strategies and employment policies, as reflected in the following frameworks and plans: • The National Strategy (2018–2037) - Focuses on human capital development and strengthening, particularly targeting adolescence and working-age populations (see Item 4.2.2, Adolescence & Item 4.2.3, Working Age). • The 13th National Economic and Social Development Plan (2023–2027) - Continues to emphasize youth development and employment within the broader context of national socioeconomic goals. • Thailand Education Scheme (2017–2036) - Provides a long-term framework for education policy that supports youth skills development and lifelong learning. • 5-year Skill Development Action Plan, Department of Skill Development, Ministry of Labour (2023–2027) - Targets enhancement of youth vocational and technical skills to meet labour market demands. • 5-year Action Plan, Department of Children and Youth, Ministry of Social Development and Human Security (2023–2027) - Addresses holistic youth development including social welfare, employment, and rights protection. • Annual Skill Development Plan, Department of Skill Development, Ministry of Labour (Fiscal Year 2025) - Operationalizes the medium-term skill development priorities with a focus on youth employability. • Policy of the Department of Employment, Ministry of Labour (Fiscal Year 2025) - Details employment promotion policies inclusive of youth, aiming to improve job opportunities and labour market integration.Countries with national goals for youth employment
- Countries with national goals for youth employment
- Yes
Additional information:
1. The National Strategy (2018–2037) outlines several priorities to support youth employment: • The strategy for developing and strengthening human capital emphasises instilling moral values, ethical standards, and 21st-century skills among school-age children and adolescents. It aims to nurture citizens of all ages by recognising their potential, interests, and abilities, providing tailored life and financial knowledge, practical skills, addressing labour market needs, and fostering life skills for harmonious living in a multicultural society. • The national competitiveness enhancement strategy focuses on cultivating smart entrepreneurs with expertise in technology and innovation across production, management, and marketing. It seeks to equip the younger generation with a solid educational foundation that promotes entrepreneurial skills and passion, emphasising analytical abilities, data utilisation in business planning, and risk management in today’s competitive environment. • Human capital development and strengthening are highlighted in Items 4.2.2 (Adolescence) and 4.2.3 (Working Age), reflecting a commitment to supporting young people’s transition into the workforce. 2. The 13th National Economic and Social Development Plan (2023–2027) also sets milestones: • Milestone 9: Thailand aims to reduce intergenerational poverty and ensure adequate, appropriate social protection. This includes providing equitable opportunities for children from poor households, establishing monitoring and support systems to assist underprivileged children in returning to education or pursuing vocational skills development. • Milestone 12: Thailand strives to develop a high-capability workforce committed to lifelong learning and responsive to future development contexts. This involves equipping primary education learners with self-awareness, digital skills, and essential competencies for learning, life, and work, while providing higher education learners with the skills needed for the future professional world and innovation. 3. The 5-year Skill Development Action Plan of the Department of Skill Development, Ministry of Labour (2023–2027), includes: • Strategy 3: Capacity Building for Entrepreneurs and Specific Target Groups. This strategy seeks to increase employment opportunities for specific groups, including youth, senior citizens, and persons with disabilities, through skill development programmes aligned with labour market demand. 4. The Annual Skill Development Plan for Fiscal Year 2025 includes: • Skill Development Programmes for Informal Workers and Specific Target Groups: Focused on enhancing employability for groups such as persons with disabilities, youth in juvenile detention centres, and conscripted soldiers prior to discharge. • Skill Development for School Dropouts: A collaborative initiative involving the Department of Skill Development, Department of Employment, Office of the Ombudsman, and other agencies, aimed at equipping 1,000 school dropouts nationwide with skills, knowledge, and positive attitudes through pre-employment training courses. • Skill Competitions: Designed to promote skill standards and inspire young people by showcasing the value and potential of technical and vocational education and training (TVET). Planned events for 2025 include the National Skill Competition, ASEAN Skills Competition, WorldSkills Asia, and WorldSkills International. 5. The Draft National Strategic Plan in Educational Provision for Persons with Disabilities aims to increase employment opportunities for youth not in employment, education, or training (NEET) and to promote youth entrepreneurship and startups.Countries with quantitative targets for youth employment
- Countries with quantitative targets for youth employment
- Yes
Additional information:
Across its various programmes, Thailand establishes quantitative targets.Policy areas in national youth employment strategies
- Macroeconomic and Sectoral policies
- Yes
- Enterprise Development
- Yes
- Education, Training and skills development
- Yes
- Labour Demand
- Yes
- Labour Law and Legislation
- Yes
- Labour Market Policies
- Yes
- Other (please specify)
- No
Social partners' inclusion in the youth employment strategy
- Workers
- Implementation of youth employment strategies/programmes (e.g. social partners as official implementers of the strategy or programme)
- Partially involved (only for some elements of the strategy)
- Assessment of youth employability (alignment of youth qualifications and skills to labour market needs)
- Partially involved (only for some elements of the strategy)
- Monitoring and evaluation of youth employment interventions (e.g. active labour market programmes)
- Partially involved (only for some elements of the strategy)
- Awareness raising, marketing and promotion of youth employment (e.g. campaign to promote youth employment)
- Partially involved (only for some elements of the strategy)
- Formulation of youth employment strategies (e.g. national action plan for youth)
- Partially involved (only for some elements of the strategy)
- Development of youth employment programmes (e.g. sectoral programme with a clear target to employ X number of youth)
- Partially involved (only for some elements of the strategy)
- Employers
- Implementation of youth employment strategies/programmes (e.g. social partners as official implementers of the strategy or programme)
- Fully involved
- Assessment of youth employability (alignment of youth qualifications and skills to labour market needs)
- Fully involved
- Monitoring and evaluation of youth employment interventions (e.g. active labour market programmes)
- Fully involved
- Awareness raising, marketing and promotion of youth employment (e.g. campaign to promote youth employment)
- Fully involved
- Formulation of youth employment strategies (e.g. national action plan for youth)
- Fully involved
- Development of youth employment programmes (e.g. sectoral programme with a clear target to employ X number of youth)
- Fully involved
Youth-led organizatios' inclusion in the national strategy
- Fully involved
- No
- Partially involved (only for some elements of the strategy)
- Yes
- Consulted
- No
- Informed
- No
- Not involved
- No
Countries with national partnerships for youth employment
- Countries with national partnerships for youth employment
- Yes
Additional information:
2025: Office of the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC) Enhancing skill development and employability for youth NEETs, as outlined in Milestone 9 of the 13th National Economic and Social Development Plan. The NESDC together with UNICEF Thailand, Udon Thani Rajabhat University, and regional development partners have been organized activities to follow the four-step implementation processes adapted from the successful Youth Guarantee program implemented in various European countries. These steps include: 1. Target group identification (Mapping) through the selection of operational teams in the area to identify and reach out to NEETs youth. These teams consist of community leaders and volunteers, with over 300 individuals currently participating. 2. Accessing the target group (Outreach) involved activities such as the "I NEETs You" camp for education and employment and the "Taste the Dream" initiative to understand the needs and skills of NEETs. 3. Inspiring and motivating NEETs through the "Show Proud" event, encouraging youth to showcase their potential and match with experienced mentors based on their preferences. Additionally, educational field trips showcasing career paths was held in November 2022. 4. Offering Training and Employment to support the target groups in accessing the education system or job market, taking into account their potential, aptitude, and interests. Department of Employment, Ministry of Labour 1. Embarking on a cooperative enterprise for career guidance with career guidance departments in schools and military bodies. 2. Drawing up a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) regarding a joint enterprise between the Department of Employment and The Federation of Thai Industries, Top-tier private companies (with high employment rate), and domestic employment agencies. Ministry of Education 1. The special education schools works with vocational institutions/higher education institutions to develop job skills training courses as well as collaborating with private companies for internship and job placement 2. Partnerships with chambers of commerce, private corporations, and international organizations such as UNESCO. Department of Children and Youth, Ministry of Social Development and Human Security Department of Children and Youth has collaborated with private sectors (i.e., CP All, Lazada) in terms of enhancing the opportunity increasing youth employment. _________ 2024 Office of the National Economic and Social Development Council Enhancing skill development and employability for youth NEET, as outlined in Milestone 9 of the 13th National Economic and Social Development Plan In Udon Thani, where the NEET rate is 24.48 percent, ranking third nationally and second in the northeast. The NESDC together with UNICEF, Udon Thani Rajabhat University, and regional development partners have organized activities to follow the four-step implementation processes adapted from the successful Youth Guarantee program implemented in various European countries. These steps include: 1) Target group identification (Mapping) through the selection of operational teams in the area to identify and reach out to NEETs youth. These teams consist of community leaders and volunteers, with over 300 individuals currently participating. 2) Access the target group (Outreach) involved activities such as the "I NEETs You" camp for education and employment and the "Taste the Dream" initiative to understand the needs and skills of NEETs. 3) Inspire and motivate NEETs through the "Show Proud" event, encouraging youth to showcase their potential and match with experienced mentors based on their preferences. Additionally, educational field trips showcasing career paths was held in November 2022. 4) Offering Training and Employment to support the target groups in accessing the education system or job market, taking into account their potential, aptitude, and interests. In addition to the operations in Udon Thani, efforts have been expanded to Nakhon Ratchasima, where the NEET rate is approximately 27.48 percent, ranking second in the country. In every sub-district of Lam Thamenchai district, including Kui, Ban Yang, Choeng Mueang, and Phai, has been selected as the pilot area. Discussions have been held with the provincial governor and representatives of relevant agencies to plan and implement the working process. Department of Employment - Memorandum of collaboration and understanding Concerning the Department of Employment's and associated organizations' efforts to promote student employment in the public and private sectors. - Establishing partnerships with organizations that support student employment, such as schools, military agencies, and volunteer guidance teachers. Department of Children and Youth - Collaborated with private sectors (i.e., CP All, Lazada) in terms of enhancing the opportunity increasing youth employment. ---- 2023: Employment promotion program for new graduates (Co-Payment) - Employment Service System Development Division, Department of Employment has cooperated with The Thai Chamber of Commerce, Board of Trade of Thailand, the Federation of Thai Industries, employers, establishments and related government agencies. The Cabinet resolution on 8 September 2020 was issued to support new graduates’ employment through the wage subsidy program (Co-Payment) by subsidizing 50 per cent of their wages to support employers for hiring 260,000 new graduates; for example, the monthly wage for a bachelor degree is set at 15,000 Bath (500 USD) up to 12 months so that the wages will be capped the maximum subsidy at 7,500 Baht (250 USD) a month per person. In addition, The Cabinet resolution on 29 December 2020 extended the period of this program from 30 September 2021 to 31 December 2021. Those that interested in participating the program, employers and new graduates, can reach information and register through the website. “จ้างงานเด็กจบใหม่ .com” or hotline 1506 press 2. According to the results, 56,492 new graduates were employed through the Co-payment program. (Department of Employment, Ministry of Labour). Model Area Development Project for Quality of Life Development - Coordinating the cooperation with government agencies (relevant departments / ministries), private sector (e.g. Pracharath Rak Samakkee Social Enterprise (Thailand) Company Limited, etc.) and the academic and education institutions to promote and develop children and youth to have occupational skill through various projects and activities such as Model Area Development Project for Quality of Life Development By Applying New Agricultural Theory to “Khok Nong Na Model” Agreement on the Employment Service In order to increase the effectiveness of the employment service, Department of Employment has signed agreement on the employment service with 6 private recruitment agencies as detailed below: 1. MANPOWER PROFESSIONAL & EXECUTIVE CO.,LTD 2. ADECCO CONSULTING LIMITED 3. KELLY SERVICES STAFFING & RECRUITMENT (THAILAND) COMPANY LIMITED 4. JOBTOPGUN RECRUITMENT COMPANY LIMITED 5. JOBBKK DOT COM RECRUITMENT COMPANY LIMITED 6. JOBS D.B.(THAILAND) COMPANY LIMITED According to this agreement, the exchanges of job announcement has been made. The job vacancies from these agencies will be linked to the platform of the Department of Employment via https://thaimengaantam.doe.go.th. Which can be accessed by all job seekers, Including student and young people. - Department of Employment works together with academic and educational institutions to develop curricula that respond to the changing labour market. Cooperating with UNICEF The Children and Youth Councils have been continuously in cooperation with the UNICEF in many aspects such as capacity building and children and youth’s project implementation. ________- 2022 survey: - Employment Service System Development Division, Department of Employment has cooperated with The Thai Chamber of Commerce and Board of Trade of Thailand, the Federation of Thai Industries, employer/ establishment and related government agencies. The Cabinet resolution on 8 September 2020 was issued to support new graduates’ employment through the wage subsidy program (Co-Payment) by subsidizing 50 per cent of their wages to support employers for hiring 260,000 new graduates; for example, the monthly wage for a bachelor degree is set at 15,000 Bath (500 USD) up to 12 months so that the wages will be capped the maximum subsidy at 7,500 Baht (250 USD) a month per person. In addition, The Cabinet resolution on 29 December 2020 extended the period of this program from 30 September 2021 to 31 December 2021. Those interested in participating the program, both employers and new graduates, are able to find information and register through the website. “จ้างงานเด็กจบใหม่.com” or hotline 1506 press 2 (Department of Employment, Ministry of Labour). - Coordinating the cooperation with government agencies (relevant departments / ministries), private sector (e.g. Pracharath Rak Samakkee Social Enterprise (Thailand) Company Limited, etc.) and the academic department (related educational institutions) to promote and develop children and youth to have skills for their occupation through various projects and activities such as Model Area Development Project for Quality of Life Development By Applying New Agricultural Theory to “Khok Nong Na Model” __________________________________________________________________________________ 2020 survey: - Signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the employment promotion for the pupil or the student between the government, the private sector, and educational institutions. - The Employment Service System Development Division of the Department of Employment has cooperated with The Thai Chamber of Commerce and Board of Trade of Thailand, the Federation of Thai Industries, employer/ establishment and related government agencies - Thailand has encouraged employment and job information through the Job Expo 2020 event, Smart Job Center, Bangkok Employment offices and Provincial Employment offices. The Cabinet resolution on 8 September 2020 was issued to support new graduates’ employment through the wage subsidy program (Co- Payment) by subsidizing 50 per cent of their wages to support employers for hiring 260,000 new graduates; for example, the monthly wage for a bachelor degree is set at 15,000 Bath (500 USD) up to 12 months so that the wages will be capped the maximum subsidy at 7,500 Baht (250 USD) a month per person. Those interested in participating the program, both employers and new graduates, are able to find information and register through the website.Inclusiveness of vulnerable groups in national strategies
- Women
- Yes
- Migrant Workers
- Yes
- NEETs
- Yes
- People with disabilities
- Yes
- Low skilled workers
- Yes
- Rural workers
- Yes
- Other (please specify)
- Yes
Youth employment strategies and international cooperation
- Youth employment strategies and international cooperation
- Yes
Additional information:
2025 International Labour Organization headquarters in Thailand, Cambodia, and Lao PDR Department of Learning Encouragement, Ministry of Education ILO and UNESCO for technical and financial assistance. Office of the National Economic and Social Development Council Data from ILOStat revealed that Thailand had approximately 1.2 million NEETs in 2023, accounting for 12.5 percent of the total youth population aged 15-24. This figure poses a significant challenge when compared to the 13th National Economic and Social Development Plan's target of reducing the NEET rate to 5 percent. To address this issue, the NESDC, with support from UNICEF, has initiated the "Reintegration of Youth NEETs Under the 13th National Economic and Social Development Plan" project. This project adopts a four-step approach: mapping, outreach, preparation, and offering, inspired by the successful Youth Guarantee program in Europe. Pilot projects have been launched in Na Pu sub-district, Udon Thani province, and all sub-districts in Lam Thamenchai district, Nakhon Ratchasima province, two of the provinces with the highest NEET rates in Thailand. The pilot project in Na Pu, which began in early 2023, has shown promising results, with most participating youth re-engaging in education, employment, or training. Udon Thani Rajabhat University and Na Pu Sub-district Administrative Organization have played key roles in coordinating the project and fostering collaboration with various stakeholders, including government agencies, private sector, civil society, and international organizations. Meanwhile, the project in Lam Thamenchai is currently in the mapping phase, focusing on collecting systematic data on NEETs, their families, and other relevant stakeholders to inform the design of future support measures. Future steps include supporting data collection to gathering information on existing measures from various agencies to facilitate efficient service linkage and referrals for the target group, identifying a new area to implement the NEET solutions model successfully piloted in Na Pu and Lam Thamenchai, and fostering a network of stakeholders to address NEET issues. Ministry of Labour In 2024, the Ministry of Labour received budget support from UNICEF Thailand to implement the project, which aims to address the issue of NEETs in the pilot area of four southern provinces: Narathiwat, Yala, Pattani, and Songkhla, by using graduate volunteers in the region in order to act as a mechanism to drive operations in conjunction with local networks to create and expand opportunities for NEETs to return to the education, training, and employment system. As of 7 January 2025, the progress of the project has been extended to January 2025 and is expected to be completed by March 2025. The progress of the project is in the Step 3: Reaching and Inspiring (target groups and families) by following actions: 1. Graduates volunteer select the target group of 3 people from personalized in-depth searching data. 2. In-depth interviews for individual development planning in collaboration with agencies, counselling, guiding for further education or career entry, career readiness and aptitude testing, and mentoring. 3. Prepare a summary of overall performance results and policy recommendations in order to present to the executives of the Ministry of Labour and UNICEF Thailand. __________ 2024 Young Futuremakers Thailand - Phase II ( 1 September 2022 - 30 April 2024 ) International Labour Organization (ILO) in collaboration with the Ministry of Labour has implemented The Young Futuremakers Thailand project Phase I (February 2021 - August 2022) and Phase II (August 2022 - April 2023) which are part of the Futuremakers by Standard Chartered initiative and aims to support youth in the labour market, in particular disadvantaged young women and young persons with disabilities, through the provision of demand-led technical skills training, employability training, career guidance and job placements. Under this cooperation, ILO has organized job fairs with Department of Employment and conducted an analysis on the public employment service of the Department of Employment to find what are the gaps for service improvement. Furthermore, ILO also has collaborated with Department of Skill Development to upskill targeted youth, whether they are in school, out of school, or employed in low skilled jobs, by using DSD-certified training courses. With the support of the ILO project aims to proopportunities for children and youth to develop skills, create employment opportunities for decent work, and provide career guidance, as well as provide employment services. UNICEF has offered both technical supports, utilizing a framework derived from the Youth Guarantee program employed in Europe to tackle youth unemployment, and financial assistance to NESDC in the initiative focusing on improving skill development and employability for youth NEET. ---- 2023: International Labour Organization (ILO) in collaboration with the Ministry of Labour has implemented The Young Futuremakers Thailand project (February 2021 – August 2022) which is part of the Futuremakers by Standard Chartered initiative and aims to support youth in the labour market, in particular disadvantaged young women and young persons with disabilities, through the provision of demand-led technical skills training, employability training, career guidance and job placements. Under this cooperation, ILO has joined the job fair with Department of Employment as well as has implemented the analysis on the public employment service of the Department of Employment to see what are the gaps that need to be taken input for the better service. The 2nd phase of the project started in August 2022 will expand the target group to cover more youth and access to disadvantages. Digital Platform Development - Developing the digital platform for self-employed which serves as the source of demand and supply for self-employed job such as gig worker or new form of informal worker which get more interest by from new generation. The Skill Enhancement for Disadvantaged Student Project - Arranging the meeting to build understanding to career guidance teachers under the Skill Enhancement for Disadvantaged Student Project. - Employment Services The Ministry of Labour, through Department of Employment promotes employment for young people at the end of school semester and in leisure time and provides employment service at Department of Employment Head Office at Din Daeng, Bangkok Employment Office Area 1 – 10 as well as the Provincial Employment Office in all provinces or through website: www.doe.go.th and http://smartjob.doe.go.th - Dual vocational training under Skill Development Promotion Act B.E. 2545 (2002) The enterprises are encouraged to admit students to train under the dual vocational training system, which the curriculum is designed jointly between the two sides or solely by the enterprises, and receive several benefits under the law (section 18 of the Skill Development Promotion Act B.E. 2545 (2002). (please see the attachment, only available in Thai) http://ilo.org/dyn/natlex/docs/ELECTRONIC/82881/128497/F-833541087/THA82881%20Eng2.pdf - The Khok Nong Na Model: A Project based on the New Theory of Agriculture and the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy for Community and Quality-of-Life Improvement Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic causes workers to be unemployed and return to their hometown and local communities. To help these groups of people to have jobs and have a body of knowledge, in line with the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy, to be self-reliant and able to help others, the Community Development Department, Ministry of Interior, alongside King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang and other network partners, including the government sector, the public sector, the private sector, and the civil society sector, have organized the activities to create jobs and generate monthly income for farmers, new graduates and returnee workers to hometown and local communities. - Project: Volunteer Developers The Community Development Department selects persons aged at least 18 years old who have completed a bachelor's degree and are determined to develop themselves to learn rural people's way of life. Also, they are anticipated to work closely, on a one-year basis, with people following the Sufficiency Economic Philosophy (SEP) and community development processes. People who are selected, called "Volunteer Developers," have responsibilities to create prosperity for the community and promote a better understanding between people and the government by 1) Developing the communities by analyzing the community factors in line with the principles and methods of community development. 2) Supporting the preparation of the community plans, according to the philosophy of Sufficiency Economy, by effectively employing the community forums or participatory process techniques. 3) Promoting and disseminating the concept of the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy, as same as project activities under the philosophy of Sufficiency Economy using a participatory process. 4) Promoting the community social learning and developing the potential of community leaders, community organizations, and networks. 5) Promoting and disseminating the principle of democracy throughout the communities. 6) Performing other duties as assigned by the Community Development Department. - Project: Young Marketers (OTOP) New Gen The COVID-19 pandemic situation has rapidly affected the economies of countries around the globe. As a result, there is a decrease in people’s quality of life, tourism, and agriculture sectors. Also, it affects the business sector and related workers in a wide range, including manufacturers, OTOP/local product entrepreneurs, and the community-based tourism sector. Therefore, the Community Development Department has launched a “Young Marketers (OTOP) New Gen Project.” The project aims at providing aid and support for local product-makers and tourism communities, especially access to online marketing that meets the needs of consumers throughout the pandemic situation. The Young Marketers (OTOP) New Gen’s missions include: 1) Promoting online marketing to manufacturers, OTOP entrepreneurs, and community-based tourism through online platforms such as Shopee, Lazada, and others. 2) Conceptualizing themes, preparing information, and operating content to promote OTOP / local products and tourism within the communities. The operations will then be distributed through social networks such as www.otoptoday.com, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Line, etc. 3) Creating media content regarding OTOP products and communities/people’s way of life to be disseminated via social networks. 4) Creating Live broadcasts with the goal of introducing OTOP products and community tourism. 5) Coordinating with the OTOP Trader to display the exhibitions to promote OTOP products and community tourism programs and services. 6) Recommending online marketing skills and innovation learning to OTOP entrepreneurs or tourism communities. 7) Preparing and developing an OTOP and community tourism information system that will be kept up to date and uploaded to the website www.otoptoday.com 8) Preparing the monthly plans for promotion, support, and development of product and community marketing. ____- 2022 survey International Labour Organization (ILO) in collaboration with the Ministry of Labour has implemented The Young Futuremakers Thailand project (February 2021 – April 2022) which is part of the Futuremakers by Standard Chartered initiative and aims to support youth in the labour market, in particular disadvantaged young women and young persons with disabilities, through the provision of demand-led technical skills training, employability training, career guidance and job placements. __________________________________________________________________________________ 2020 survey The International Labour Organization (ILO) offered training scholarship to a civil servant from the Employment Promotion Division, Department of Employment to participate in online training Program, “Promotion of Youth Employment in Fragile Settings in the Context of COVID-19”, between 5th October – 6th November 2020. The objectives of training are to provide participants with a range of integrated approaches, tools, methodologies and case studies used in real-life situations to promote youth employment and decent work in situations of crisis, including armed conflict, natural disasters, rapid environmental degradation and forced displacement of persons, to develop potentiality in promoting youth employment and to be able to create innovation and provide new services to meet the needs of employers/establishments and young people.