Today Andalusia has more Youth employment, more opportunities and a better future For Andalusia, that was the Juanma Moreno's mission when he became president of the Junta and he has fulfilled his promise. Since his arrival at the Junta de Andalucía in 2019, the autonomous community has experienced a historic transformation in the labour field, especially in the generation of youth employment.
According to the latest data from the Active Population Survey (EPA) corresponding to the fourth quarter of 2024, the youth unemployment rate in Andalusia has fallen by almost nine points in the last six years, standing at 36,24%. This figure, although still high, marks a significant progress and demonstrates the positive impact of the policies promoted by the Andalusian Popular Party government.
Andalusia creates jobs like never before
The balance of recent years in young employment reflects a change in trend in the region's labour market. Since 2019, the number of employed people in Andalusia has grown by almost 400.000 people, reaching a record figure of 3.488.500 employed people by the end of 2024This increase represents a 12,8% rise in total employment in the community, a milestone never before recorded in the 48 years of labor statistics.
The Andalusian government's commitment to economic diversification has been key to this progress, especially for youth employment. Sectors such as technology, innovation, agribusiness and tourism have led the way. employment creation, Together with policies aimed at promoting stable employmentIn fact, in the last year, permanent contracts grew by 26.800 people, while temporary contracts decreased significantly, consolidating a more solid and sustainable labor structure.
The decline in unemployment: a historic achievement
In terms of unemployment, Andalusia has steadily reduced its unemployment rateIn 2018, the unemployment rate was 21,26%, with 834.300 people unemployed. Today, that figure has dropped to 15,76%, the lowest since 2008, with 652.700 unemployed. This progress has allowed Andalusia to reduce its gap with the national average, coming close to a differential of just four points for the first time in 17 years.
One of the most notable achievements is that one in five new employees in Spain during 2024 is Andalusian, which reinforces the role of Andalusia as the country's economic engine.
Focus on youth employment: opportunities and future
Youth unemployment has been one of the priority areas of the Government of Juanma Moreno. Since 2019, the youth unemployment rate has fallen by 8,85 points, a significant advance for a region that has historically faced great challenges in this segment of the population. According to the most recent figures, the number of unemployed young people under 25 years of age fell by 12.300 people during the last quarter of 2024, which highlights the effectiveness of measures adopted to encourage youth employment.Creating youth employment means creating opportunities, a future and establishing a population in the territory.
Initiatives to promote youth employment have included hiring incentives, specialized training programs, and support for emerging sectors such as technology and the green economy. These policies have not only generated youth employment, but They have contributed to improving the qualifications of young Andalusians, preparing them for a constantly evolving labour market.
Leadership in female employment: a more equal Andalusia
Another fundamental pillar of the change in the Andalusian labour market has been the reduction of the gender gap in employment. Since 2019, the female unemployment rate has decreased by more than seven points, standing at 18,16% at the end of 2024. Today, More than 246.000 women have joined the labour market, reaching a total of 1.555.100 employed women, which reflects the Andalusian government's commitment to equal opportunities.
Andalusia, a national and international reference
The Government of Juanma Moreno has managed to position Andalusia as one of the leading communities in job creation in Spain. In addition to standing out in national indicators, The community has also outperformed the European Union's average economic growth., consolidating its role as a benchmark in economic management and opportunity generation.
The policies implemented over the past six years have transformed the Andalusian economy, especially in terms of youth employment, achieving significant progress in key sectors and reducing unemployment rates in a context marked by global challenges such as inflation and drought.
A promising future for young Andalusians
The effort to promote youth employment, job stability and gender equality has marked a change of cycle in Andalusia. The figures show that the Andalusian Government's commitment to employment is bearing fruit, generating a positive impact on the quality of life of young people and laying the foundations for a more prosperous future.
With nearly 400.000 new jobs and an unemployment rate at a minimum, as well as a historic creation of youth employment, Andalusia continues to advance like never before, consolidating itself as an engine of growth and hope for its citizens, especially for youth employment.
