Rationale
Friends Union for Energising Lives (FUEL) stems from the understanding that the youth in India form one of the most vulnerable groups, who on the one hand are expected to be the leaders to determine the destiny of India, and on the other lack essential information and opportunities to succeed in life.
Youth in the age group of 15-29 years comprise 27.5% of the population. There exists a huge potential to increase the contribution of this class of the nation’s citizenry by increasing their labour force participation and their productivity.
FUEL is a non-profit organisation which has its origins in Pune, was initiated in 2006 and emerged from the idea of providing students with access to information and opportunities.
Target Group
Urban youth of disadvantaged communities
Rural youth
Challenges of youth education and employment
According to the World Development Report 2013, 9% of males and 11% females aged between 15 to 24 years are unemployed.
Limited awareness among youth on admissions in schools, colleges, and specifically in professional courses.
Weak economic status prevents youth from utilising their potential
Severe urban – rural divide in terms of education and career opportunities
A high percentage of youth, after graduation at Bachelor’s level or at post-graduation levels in engineering, medicine,law, nursing, and other disciplines remain unemployed or are under-employed and under-paid. This is primarily due to lack of professional and employment driven training.
Youth are not encouraged to pursue careers in line with their vocational interests. They have to accept whatever job opportunity comes their way.FUEL enables Indian youth to pursue a career, which is in line with their aptitudes, interests and capabilities.
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