World Development Report 2007: Development and the Next Generation

The report examines the critical transition phases in young people's lives, highlighting the need for education systems to equip them for evolving economic demands. It addresses the support available as they enter the labor market, their mobility in seeking job opportunities, and strategies to mitigate risks associated with behaviors like drug abuse and HIV-AIDS. By focusing on essential capabilities such as health, work, family formation, and citizenship, it emphasizes the importance of effective policies and institutions in shaping positive outcomes for youth.