Lithuania
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This report provides a detailed diagnosis of the youth labour market and VET system in Lithuania from an international comparative perspective, and offers tailored recommendations to help improve school-to-work transitions.
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This chapter provides an overview of youth in the labour market in Lithuania and highlights some of the key challenges faced by policy makers in the country. Lithuanian youth were hit hard by the global economic and financial crisis, with the...
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Lithuanian youth were hit hard by the global economic and financial crisis and, despite notable signs of progress, the unemployment rate continues to be higher than it was at the beginning of the crisis. A key priority for policy makers is to address...
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This chapter discusses the role of labour market and social policies in supporting the employability of youth in Lithuania. In particular, the chapter reviews the unemployment and social assistance benefits available to provide adequate income...
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This chapter analyses demand-side barriers to youth hiring in Lithuania, such as the cost of hiring (as determined by non-wage costs and minimum wages), and employment protection legislation. It also discusses policies currently in place to tackle...
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As highlighted in the OECD Action Plan for Youth, successful engagement of youth in the labour market is crucial not only for their own personal economic prospects and well-being, but also for overall economic growth and social cohesion. Therefore,...
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Lithuanian youth (aged 15-24) were hit hard by the global economic and financial crisis, with the unemployment rate increasing sharply and peaking to over 35% in 2010. Despite notable signs of progress, at 16.7% (in Q2 2015) the unemployment rate...
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