YOUTH UNEMPLOYMENT AND CRIME RATE IN CARACAS, VENEZUELA
Abstract
Purpose of the study: The study looked at the effect of youth unemployment on the crime rate in Caracas, Venezuela
Research Methodology: The research was desktop research. Desktop research involves collecting data from existing resources to make conclusions. The study reviewed literature from various case studies and the findings from those studies were used to make conclusions regarding the current study. The review of scholarly articles and other sources relevant to study objectives were critically examined.
Findings: Based on the reviewed literature, it was established that youth unemployment has a positive effect on the crime rate in Caracas, Venezuela. Youths are attracted to criminal activities because of poverty.
Conclusion: The study concluded that youth unemployment impacted crime rates in Caracas, Venezuela. It has been established that high youth unemployment rates contribute to rising crime rates in Caracas. This is because youth unemployment encourages people to look for alternate ways to make a living. The increase in the unemployment rate renders the youth with no options for making a living other than engaging in criminal activities.
Recommendations: The research recommends that suitable measures for youth empowerment be implemented to combat the problem of youth unemployment. The study suggests that entrepreneurship training and skills be made mandatory at all levels of the educational system. It is also recommended that vocational training centers be established in disadvantaged areas and slums to give graduates the necessary technical skills for the job market. The government and non-governmental organizations should develop policies to increase employment in the country.
Keywords: Youth unemployment, crime rate, Caracas, Venezuela
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