Some young people are disadvantaged by more than poverty and lack of education: they face serious threats to their health, security, and well-being. These highly vulnerable youth, having survived natural disasters, epidemics, or war, face exceptional challenges as they try to build their futures. Orphans, former soldiers, refugees, trafficked youth, and others need special help, particularly if they try to make a living in post-conflict or post-emergency environments. Youth:Work programs can help these young people develop the array of skills they need to support themselves and their families.

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