UN News·5 min read·medium
Young people value partnership and parenthood but barriers block their dreams
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A new UN survey of 108,000 young adults across 73 countries finds that falling fertility rates are driven by economic and housing barriers rather than a lack of desire for family life. The report challenges the 'global baby bust' narrative by emphasizing the need for structural support for young people.
Fertility rates are falling worldwide not because young people are rejecting marriage, children or family life but because many are facing economic and housing constraints.
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