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Breaking Down the Numbers: What Does COVID-19 Mean for Youth Unemployment?

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Since the COVID-19 pandemic led to a sharp economic downturn in March 2020, young people ages 16 to 24 have experienced higher rates of unemployment, compared to older adults, according to data recently analyzed by Mathematica for the Schultz Family Foundation.

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  • Hande Inanc, "undated". "Breaking Down the Numbers: What Does COVID-19 Mean for Youth Unemployment?," Mathematica Policy Research Reports 3ba094f7d75b48dbb9b63e16a, Mathematica Policy Research.
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