The National Secretariat of Youth in Peru revealed that 25% of the population is made up of young people between 15 and 29 years old and 18% of them do not work or go to school.
This entity, also known as Senaju for its name in Spanish, is part of the Ministry of Education in Peru (Minedu). According to information published by El Comercio, they revealed that about 8 million Peruvians are in a stage of “consolidating their physical, psychological and social maturity”.
This information was made public in the framework of the International Youth Day, which is celebrated in Peru every August 12.
In addition, they said that of this population 56% has a job, 21% is entirely dedicated to their studies and 18% do not study or work.
“In education, the figures show that 38% of young people reached a higher education level; while, in health matters, 38% do not have health insurance”, El Comercio wrote.
Faced with this and with the objective of promoting the effective participation of the youth population in society, Senaju elaborates the National Youth Policy, which will allow the State’s intervention in this matter.
This policy seeks that, by 2030, eight out of every 10 young people improve their integral development through access to quality education and decent work, improving health care, reducing violence and discrimination, as well as the strengthening of their participation in society.
Cover Photo Needpix.
Don’t Miss:
47% Of Young People Under 18 Work To Pay For Their Studies In Peru
Now that you're here:
We're asking you, our reader, to make a contribution in support of our digital guide in order to keep informing, updating and inspiring people to visit Peru. Why now? In our near 20-year journey as the leading English-language source on travel in Peru, we've had our fair share of ups and downs-but nothing quite like the challenges brought forth in the first quarter of 2020.
By adapting to the changing face of the tourism and travel industry (on both local and international levels), we have no doubt we will come out stronger-especially with the support of our community. Because you will travel again, and we will be ready to show you the best of Peru.
Your financial support means we can keep sharing the best of Peru through high-quality stories, videos and insights provided by our dedicated team of contributors and editors based in Peru. And of course, We are here to answer your questions and help whenever you need us.
As well, it makes possible our commitment to support local and small businesses that make your visit an unforgettable one. Your support will help the people working in these industries get back on their feet once the world allows us to make our dream of enjoying everything Peru has to offer a reality again-from its mouthwatering gastronomy, thriving Amazon and archaeological wonders such as Machu Picchu.
Together, we will find a way through this. As a member of our community, your contribution, however big or small, is valuable.
Support Traveling & Living in Peru from as little as $1 - and it only takes a minute. Thank you!
