As the United Nations made preparations for World Youth Skills Day on July 15, nearly three out of four young people aged 15 to 24 in 92 countries do not have the skills needed for employment, according to a 2022 report by the Education Commission and UNICEF. A lesser known, yet practical resource, jw.org, offers youths actionable advice for building marketable skills, seeking employment, and planning their future.
Amethyst Jade, a 22-year-old young woman from Cagayan de Oro relates, “I entered young adulthood confused with what to do with my future . . . what career would I pursue. . . I was overwhelmed with the choices bombarding me.”
“And then I was encouraged to look into jw.org. I really appreciate the articles and videos there. One that particularly helped me was the section Young People Ask and the article “What Career Should I Choose?” When I graduated from Senior High, the practical lessons I learned from the website helped me land a stable job that allowed me to support my needs, my family and my volunteering work. I thank Jehovah God for these spiritual provisions specifically designed for young ones like me.”
23-year-old Beatriz Belle also benefited from jw.org. She says, “I was in a constant battle with procrastination. As a young adolescent, I found it hard to finish my tasks on time at work. I’ve read books from well-known writers and authors to help me overcome this bad practice. However, I found the best bible-based advice with practical steps on the jw.org website.
The articles, videos, and real-life experiences from the young adults like me helped me to organize, define and focus on my goals and priorities. I now have more balance and more meaning in my life and work as I apply the principles I learned.”
Data indicates youths in low-income countries are least likely to gain access to skills needed for employment and decent work, the report states. In addition, youths are facing a skills crisis, partly due to young people being out of school and challenges attaining secondary school skills.
The article, “How Can I Get (and Keep!) a Job?,” offers realistic guidance for young people and is one of many resources for youths found at jw.org, the most translated website in the world.
Some tips for young people preparing for work include:
- School—A Job-Training Ground
- Where to Find Jobs
- Persistence Pays Off
- Keeping Your Job
- Get Along with Coworkers
- Punctuality Is Important
- The Value of Honesty
“Youths in developing countries may find that subject choices and school options are extremely limited,” the article states. “Most fields, whether technical, commercial, or academic, require communication skills. So even if your school does not offer specific job training, work hard at becoming skilled in writing, speaking, and listening.”
The number of unemployed youths around the world was expected to reach 73 million, according to a report by Global Employment Trends for Youth 2022: Investing in transforming futures for young people . The pandemic and labor market issues are adding to the rise in unemployment.
“With all that is happening in the world, it is vital that our young people around the world take advantage of as many resources as possible to help them prepare for the future,” states, Arnel Salape, a spokesperson for Jehovah’s Witnesses in Northern Mindanao. “Our website, jw.org, is an invaluable resource for families, with practical Bible-based advice for young people seeking guidance when it comes to setting goals, creating balance in their lives, and cultivating good qualities like patience, responsibility, and developing a strong work ethic.”
JW.ORG is the official website of Jehovah’s Witnesses. The world’s most translated website, jw.org, has text, audio, and video content in over 1,075 languages—including 100 sign languages and 50 braille. People from all backgrounds, cultures and faiths can find practical advice for modern living based on timeless principles found in the Bible.
For more information, please contact (02) 3224 4417.
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