The youth unemployment rate across much of Europe surpassed 17 percent this summer, and is probably getting worse as the coronavirus regains force into a second wave. Despite furlough schemes and government measures that have temporarily kept tens of millions of people employed, a tsunami of layoffs is approaching Europe. The Times would like to talk to people 25 and under across Europe who are facing a tight job market. Have you lost your job as a result of the outbreak, or are you having a difficult time finding work? Statistics show the pandemic disproportionately affects communities of color and those of lower socioeconomic backgrounds.
Source: New York Times September 25, 2020 15:22 UTC