Lost Millennials Project

The latest issue of Politics and Governance contains two new publications from the Lost Millennial partners Sapienta ja Nord! Check out the publications from the link found from the comments. ‘The Importance of a Coordinated Career Guidance System in Addressing the Rural NEETs Issue’   – Blanka Bálint, Balázs Telegdy and Ede Lázár ‘NEETs in Norway: A Scoping Review’ –  Guro Øydgard, Ann-Torill Tørrisplass and Janne Paulsen Breimo

One of the key outcomes of the project is the establishment of a transnational network of researchers. Through knowledge sharing, capacity-building events, and online forums, participating organizations have fostered a vibrant community focused on youth policy, employment, and evaluation. In addition to internal trainings and online events, the partnership has curated valuable resources available on the Lost Millennials YouTube channel. Even after the project's conclusion, this research network will persist, advocating for the significance of evaluations in youth employment and fostering ongoing dialogue among professionals and stakeholders across policy, research, and practice domains. #LostMillennials #EEANorwayGrants #FundforYouthEmployment #YouthEmploymentMag

The Lost Millennials project recently concluded its final conference, 'Lost and Found: Reimagining Europe’s Employment Policies', in Brussels on 28 November 2023. This event brought together policymakers, researchers, and practitioners to discuss pressing youth employment issues across Europe. Speakers shared insights on the challenges faced by 25+ NEETs and discussed strategies to address them. The event emphasized the importance of monitoring and evaluating initiatives supporting young people. Marking the project's completion, the conference sparked constructive dialogues and highlighted the project's impact on shaping youth employment policies. #LostMillennials #EEANorwayGrants #FundforYouthEmployment #YouthEmploymentMag

Throughout our journey, our consortium aimed to gather invaluable insights into governmental and community-based initiatives addressing 25+ NEETs across beneficiary countries. Our mission involved meticulous mapping and analysis of evaluation practices, delving into the effectiveness and impact of these initiatives. Together, we explored key contexts surrounding the implementation of programs targeting 25+ NEETs and scrutinized existing evaluation practices to understand their effectiveness. #LostMillennials #EEANorwayGrants #FundforYouthEmployment #YouthEmploymentMag

We're proud to highlight the foundation upon which our work has been built: transnational research. Throughout our project, our partners delved deep into understanding the realities and challenges faced by 25+ NEETs. We explored policy contexts and analyzed the profound impacts of the COVID-19 crisis on this vulnerable group. Our collaborative efforts have not only shed light on the complexities surrounding NEETs but have also paved the way for meaningful recommendations in both policy and practice. #LostMillennials #EEANorwayGrants #FundforYouthEmployment #YouthEmploymentMag

At the core of the Lost Millennials project, our primary focus has been on cultivating a robust community of knowledge and practice. This has started with circulating knowledge and experience between the countries involved in the partnership: our series of internal training sessions has built capacities in a range of methods central to making visible the situations of 25+ NEET’s. Topics have ranged from an overview of evaluation methods to a detailed exploration of quantitative and qualitative methods for impact assessment. Moreover, our series of public online events has facilitated knowledge exchange and created a platform for highlighting the experiences of established researchers and professionals across Europe. From discussing best practices and methodological challenges to exploring innovative approaches, each panel discussion has enriched our understanding of addressing the needs of young people. The project also organized training sessions aimed at enhancing professionals' capacity to evaluate initiatives targeting 25+ NEETs. #LostMillennials #EEANorwayGrants #FundforYouthEmployment #YouthEmploymentMag

We have arrived at the successful conclusion of the Lost Millennials project! It has been a great journey for all of us committed to addressing the challenges faced by those young adults aged 25-29 who are not in employment, education, or training (25+ NEETs). The goal of the project was to pave the way for their integration into the labor market and educational pathways. The project resulted in a robust transnational network of researchers dedicated to evaluating initiatives tailored for 25+ NEETs. From conducting research to dissemination efforts, Lost Millennials covered a wide spectrum of activities centered around this critical issue. We’ll share some of the most compelling highlights from the project in the coming week. Stay tuned as we delve into the impactful outcomes, insightful findings, and inspiring stories that emerged from our collective efforts. #LostMillennials #EEANorwayGrants #FundforYouthEmployment #YouthEmploymentMag

📣 Welcome to the closing issue of the Lost Millennials project newsletter! Read the newsletter and get a comprehensive overview of #LostMillennials' mission to enhance the successful integration of 25+ NEETs into the labor market, education, and training. Find out more 🔗 https://lnkd.in/di8Mj88w #PolicyEvaluation #EmploymentPolicy #NEETs #Brussels2023 #LostMillennials

🔍 Unveiling Insights from Panel 3  📅 Date: 28 November 2023 📍 Conference: "Lost and Found: Reimagining of Europe's Employment Policies 🔹 Panel 3 Overview: "Monitoring and Evaluation of Initiatives Targeting 25+ NEETs: Intricacies, Lessons, and Opportunities" 〰 Kinga Tóth (HÉTFA Group Research Institute): Discussed the complexities in monitoring NEETs initiatives. 〰 Petr Fanta (IREAS): Shared valuable lessons from evaluating NEETs programs. 〰 Irina Lonean (European Evaluation Society & Pool of European Youth Researchers): Highlighted opportunities for improvement in NEETs interventions. 〰 Tomasz Gajderowicz (Evidence Institute): Provided insights into evidence-based approaches for NEETs. 〰 Chaired by Juliet Tschank (ZSI - Zentrum für Soziale Innovation) ▪ Rapporteur: Juan Bautista Delgado (Universidad de Burgos) 💡 Takeaways: This panel shed light on the importance of effective monitoring and evaluation in NEETs initiatives, offering a deeper understanding of the challenges and potential pathways for enhancing these programs. #PolicyEvaluation #EmploymentPolicy #NEETs #Brussels2023 #LostMillennials

🌐 Post-Event Insights: Bridging the Divide 🌐 📆 28 November 2023, Brussels 🎯 Conference: "Lost and Found: Reimagining of Europe's Employment Policies" 🔹 Panel 2 Recap: "The Burdens of the Rural-Urban Divide" 〰 Tatiana Ferreira (COST Action Rural NEET Youth Network, School of Education, Polytechnic Institute of Santarem): Explored the challenges faced by rural NEETs. 〰 Ana Sofia Ribeiro (Institute of Social Sciences, University of Lisbon, TRACK-IN project): Discussed urban NEETs and the complexity of their situation. 〰 Alexander Gerganov (Center for the Study of Democracy): Analyzed socio-economic factors affecting rural and urban NEETs. 〰 Chaired by Kari Jalonen (Demos Helsinki) ▪ Rapporteur: Balázs Telegdy (Sapientia Hungarian University of Transylvania) 💡 Key Insights: This panel provided an in-depth look at the distinct challenges and opportunities in addressing NEETs' unemployment in both rural and urban settings. The discussion emphasized the importance of tailoring policies to the specific needs and contexts of these diverse environments. #RuralUrbanDivide #EmploymentPolicy #NEETs #Brussels2023 #LostMillennials