What makes young people stay, leave, or return? A newly published article by Nadácia Pontis explores this question through insights from labour economist and CELSI Scientific Director Prof. Martin Kahanec, together with other speakers from the discussion How Not to Lose a (Young) Generation.

Drawing on demographic and labour market evidence, Martin Kahanec argues that the challenges facing many Slovak regions go far beyond migration alone. By 2050, population decline is expected in two thirds of EU regions, with eastern and less developed regions among the most affected.

Yet, he also stresses that decline is not predetermined. Regions can build their future by creating opportunities, strengthening trust, giving young people a voice, and offering a credible vision they can identify with.

The article is based on a discussion organised by Nadácia Pontis as part of the Impact Summit #nextgen programme, in cooperation with The Spot and Future Founders.

Alongside Martin Kahanec, the discussion featured Martina Kolesárová, CEO of Nadácia Pontis, and Boris Podolák, CEO of The Spot, while young participants from the Impact Summit #nextgen and Future Founders programmes shared their own perspectives on building a future in Slovakia.

🔗 Read the full article: https://impactsummit.sk/podla-ekonoma-martina-kahanca-do-roku-2050-nastane-pokles-obyvatelov-v-dvoch-tretinach-regionov-eu-odist-chcu-najma-mladi/

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