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One-third of young people still optimistic despite COVID's dramatic hit on education and jobs

Dunia Skaunicova, a 24 years old job seeker, checks her mobile phone as she waits for a yoga class following the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Prague, Czech Republic, July 8, 2020. Picture taken July 8, 2020. REUTERS/David W Cerny - RC2IPH9IB1BL

Dunia Skaunicova, a 24 years old job seeker in Prague, Czech Republic, checks her phone. Image: REUTERS/David W Cerny

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Share of youth (aged 18–29) who reported that their studies or training had been interrupted since the onset of the pandemic.
Share of youth (aged 18–29) who reported that their studies or training had been interrupted since the onset of the pandemic. Image: ILO
Young people’s (aged 18–29) perceptions of future career prospects.
Young people’s (aged 18–29) perceptions of future career prospects. Image: ILO
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