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Navigating Complex Transitions Through School and Work during Crises in Urban Ethiopia
Megan Devonald1, Nicola Jones2, Workneh Yadete3
1Gender and Adolescence: Global Evidence (GAGE), London, UK.
Young people in Ethiopia face complex school-to-work transitions due to crises. A multidimensional approach is needed to support their education and employment pathways.
Area of Science:
- Sociology
- Development Studies
- Adolescent Psychology
Background:
- Adolescent school-to-work transitions are often non-linear.
- Recurrent crises in Ethiopia (conflict, COVID-19) impact youth.
- Limited longitudinal research exists on these impacts.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore how adolescents in urban Ethiopia navigate education and work during interconnected crises.
- To address the research gap in understanding youth transitions amid instability.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative longitudinal study.
- Data collected over 4 years (2017-2021).
- Involved 32 adolescents (12-19 years), 24 caregivers, and 35 key informants.
Main Results:
- School-to-work transitions are complex and rarely linear.
- Education and work are intertwined, developing crucial skills.
- Work gains importance for psychosocial well-being and economic empowerment as education security declines.
- Youth aspirations become more uncertain amid instability.
Conclusions:
- A multidimensional approach is essential for supporting youth transitions.
- Recommendations include flexibility in education and workplaces.
- Financial incentives for education and household support are crucial.
- Mental health counseling and psychosocial support are vital.
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