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Youth-Related Policies
What are the implications of youth-related national policies on the economic development of youth?
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This YouthSave Research Brief highlights youth-related national policies focusing on economic development and financial inclusion in Colombia, Ghana, Kenya, and Nepal. These countries are part of YouthSave, a pioneering project designed to study savings and development among low-income youth. The brief states that national policies can ensure that youth have opportunities to participate in programs and activities, receive training and education, develop socially and economically, and contribute to their nations. Conclusions include:
- Youth-related policies reflect differences among the four countries as they anticipate rapid increases in youth populations over the next decade;
- Youth economic development is the central theme of youth-related policies in Ghana and Kenya, which demonstrates their commitment to ongoing economic growth and development in the next generation;
- Economic development of youth has a broad focus across Ghana, Kenya, and Nepal, with only some policies promoting financial inclusion;
- Policies in Colombia are focused entirely on financial inclusion, including the establishment of independent banking agents.
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