{"id":26212,"date":"2024-08-12T13:50:14","date_gmt":"2024-08-12T03:50:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/?p=26212"},"modified":"2024-08-12T13:50:14","modified_gmt":"2024-08-12T03:50:14","slug":"international-youth-day-future-workforce","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/international-youth-day-future-workforce\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrating International Youth Day and Workforce Changemakers!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As self-proclaimed champions of the future workforce, we couldn\u2019t be more excited to kick off celebrations for International Youth Day 2024! As many of you know, our main goal is connecting today\u2019s youth with inspiring employers who are ready to help launch their careers. In short, empowering tomorrow\u2019s workforce!\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We really do believe that youth have the power to shape workplaces of the future (even though it sounds a little clich\u00e9), so we can\u2019t wait to dedicate the 12<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> of August to celebrating our future changemakers. The best part: we\u2019re taking you along for the ride!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-contrast=\"none\">What is International Youth Day?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">International Youth Day (otherwise referred to as World Youth Day) is an initiative brought forth by the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.un.org\/en\/observances\/youth-day\/background\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">United Nations<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. The day is all about platforming youth-centric issues and celebrating the potential of our younger generations and the incredible change that they\u2019re making at such young ages!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Every 12<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> of August since way back in 1998, the UN has been celebrating International Youth Day and attempting to shape a more sustainable, inclusive and uplifting future for everyone. If you ask us, it\u2019s a pretty exciting initiative to get behind!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-contrast=\"none\">Demystifying This Year\u2019s Theme<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With each International Youth Day comes a unique theme that\u2019s relevant to current times and youth issues. This year, that theme is \u2018<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/social.desa.un.org\/Issues\/Youth\/events\/international-youth-day-2024\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u2019\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">While the title is a bit of a mouthful, it\u2019s packed with insights into the digital frontier that today\u2019s youth are at the forefront of! According to the United Nations, young people are \u201cleading the charge in digital adoption and innovation\u201d and are pushing forth digitised initiatives that work towards a better tomorrow.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-contrast=\"none\">Why is International Youth Day Important?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Simply put, International Youth Day is important because our future generations are important! To better illustrate the impact of today\u2019s youth on the world, just check out these <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.un.org\/en\/observances\/youth-day\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">statistics<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Aptos\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335551671&quot;:2015,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Aptos&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;-&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2015\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Half of the people on our planet are under 30 years old<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Aptos\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335551671&quot;:2015,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Aptos&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;-&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2016\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">67% of people believe in a better future (and those between 15-17 are some of the most optimistic)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Aptos\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335551671&quot;:2015,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Aptos&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;-&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2017\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">69% of people believe that young people should have more of a say in policy development and change in political systems<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span data-contrast=\"none\">How Gen Z is Ruling the Workplace<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If those compelling statistics have left you hungry for more, we think it\u2019s time you take a look at how Gen Z is set to rule the future workforce. According to Jobs for the Future, Gen Z will make up a whopping one-third of the U.S. workforce by 2030, and what\u2019s more, they\u2019re on track to be the most educated generation to date!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Gen Z\u2019s Workplace Strengths<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Continuing on from our last point, Gen Z also possesses some unique (and super valuable) skills that set them apart from other generations. In short, they\u2019re able to enact positive change because:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Gen Z is <\/span><\/b><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Incredibly <\/span><\/i><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Adaptable<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This one comes as no surprise. After all, Gen Z has grown up in a rapidly changing world with tonnes of technological advances and cultural shifts. Yet, despite the lack of stability, they\u2019ve been able to effectively shift and adapt to the times. This is great news for employers, as their adaptability will be a massive help in the workplace, too.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Gen Z Knows How to Take Initiative<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Many young Gen Z\u2019ers have adopted an \u2018I\u2019ll figure it out myself\u2019 kind of mindset. With resources like Google, Chat GPT, and YouTube at their fingertips, they\u2019ve morphed into a DIY generation who can teach themselves new skills at the drop of a hat!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Gen Z Wants to Make a Difference<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">While Gen Z values high-paying roles (especially in the current economy and in light of COVID-19 when so many people were laid off), they also want to commit to purposeful work. Their personal values dictate where they seek employment, as they want to make sure they can make a difference in their roles. It\u2019s inspirational stuff!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Gen Z Cares About Work-Life Balance<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We\u2019ve all seen the memes about Gen Z ensuring that everyone\u2019s taking their designated lunch break, clocking off early and enjoying their time at work, and, as far as we can tell, they\u2019re not far off. Gen Z knows that their personal lives can\u2019t be neglected, regardless of their career success, and so they\u2019re developing a healthier balance between work and play.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Gen Z Values Positive Workplace Cultures<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Gen Z loves saying no to nasty workplace gossip, taking time to forge positive relationships with their team, and helping out where needed. If these positive workplace relationships result in team bonding exercises and dinners out, all the better!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-contrast=\"none\">Incoming Trends for the Future of Employment<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To connect with the future workforce, who, as we can see, know what they want and aren\u2019t afraid to get it, employers need to understand what to prioritise when targeting the attention of Gen Z. From our research, these key priorities are what stand out most to young job hunters:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Aptos\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335551671&quot;:2015,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Aptos&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;-&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2018\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Positive, employee-centric corporate cultures<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Aptos\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335551671&quot;:2015,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Aptos&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;-&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2019\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Potential career progression \u00a0and upskilling opportunities<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Aptos\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335551671&quot;:2015,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Aptos&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;-&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2020\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Inclusive and unbiased hiring practices<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Aptos\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335551671&quot;:2015,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Aptos&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;-&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2021\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Innovation, technology and ethics being prioritised<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Aptos\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335551671&quot;:2015,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Aptos&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;-&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2022\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Mentoring and support from higher-ups<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span data-contrast=\"none\">Celebrate International Youth Day by Checking Out Our Youth-Centric Career Resources<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you ask us, one of the best ways to celebrate International Youth Day is by educating yourself on the current job market and how today\u2019s youth are breaking in. To do just that, head on over to our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/career-advice\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">career advice page<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> today!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As self-proclaimed champions of the future workforce, we couldn\u2019t be more excited to kick off celebrations for International Youth Day [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":58,"featured_media":26213,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"content-type":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[17],"tags":[26],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/26212"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/58"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=26212"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/26212\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":26214,"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/26212\/revisions\/26214"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/26213"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=26212"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=26212"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/explorecareers.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=26212"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}