4.3 Strategy for the social inclusion of young people
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Existence of a National Strategy on social inclusion
The main official document that relates to the social inclusion of young people is the National Strategy for Poverty Reduction and Social Inclusion 2025-2035 - Thriving Together: Empowering Pathways to Opportunity. This document is designed to address the needs of the entire population, including a focus on adolescents and young people, recognising them as a group that requires special consideration and targeted support.
The document was introduced in 2025 and has a timeframe of 10 years, up to 2035.
Scope and contents
The National Strategy for Poverty Reduction and Social Inclusion 2025-2035 aims to create a more inclusive society by addressing poverty and social exclusion through targeted interventions. It adopts a comprehensive approach that goes beyond economic indicators, recognising the complex nature of poverty and social inequality. The strategy focuses on key areas such as education, employment, healthcare, and social welfare, with the goal of improving the well-being of disadvantaged individuals, including young people.
A central objective is to achieve a 3.1% reduction in the AROPE (At Risk of Poverty or Social Exclusion) rate by 2030 and a 6% decrease in children at risk of poverty. The strategy is based on five core principles: Thriving Together, Empowerment, Opportunity, Solidarity, and Dignified Quality of Life. These principles guide the design and implementation of policies that seek to break cycles of disadvantage and ensure long-term social inclusion.
The strategy also introduces an implementation and governance framework that prioritises ministerial coordination, strategic partnerships, and ongoing monitoring to ensure effective and sustainable progress. Given the evolving social landscape, the strategy will be reviewed every three years to adapt to emerging challenges.
By addressing these key areas, the National Strategy for Poverty Reduction and Social Inclusion 2025-2035 aims to create an inclusive, equitable, and supportive society, ensuring that all individuals including young people have the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential.
Responsible authority
The top-level authority responsible for the implementation of this policy is the Ministry for Social Policy and Children’s Rights. However, the proposed implementation and governance framework outlined in the National Strategy for Poverty Reduction and Social Inclusion 2025-2035 emphasises administrative leadership, Ministerial coordination and strategic partnerships with voluntary organisations and the private sector.
Revisions/Updates
The Strategy was launched in 2025 following its predecessor that had a lifetime of up to 2024.