All videos

It’s official: young people want education and skills for a better future

That’s the finding of a new global survey of over 820,000 people aged 10-24. Respondents answered the open-ended prompt: ‘To improve my well-being, I want…’ 41% wished for education and skills that boost their employability. 21% picked safety and a supportive environment. 17% said good health and nutrition. 14% plumped for connectedness and making a contribution to society.

Share:
World Economic Forum logo

Forum Stories newsletter

Bringing you weekly curated insights and analysis on the global issues that matter.

Subscribe today

About us

Engage with us

Quick links

Language editions

Privacy Policy & Terms of Service

Sitemap

© 2025 World Economic Forum