The Happiness Index is a broad measure of a country’s trust in government, sense of community, and several other aspects of well-being. Knowing how different populations and groups feel about their country and surroundings can be used to drive social change, and inform decision-makers and new policies.

Everyone deserves a happy life, yet youth are often at a higher risk of suffering as a result of adverse social and economic circumstances. Factors that affect the happiness of youth include: quality education, access to health and social services, a financially stable household, and engaged caregivers.

Findings will allow Care for 24 to identify and measure the challenges faced by Tunisian youth, and to improve our programs according to the areas of greatest need. Research findings will be made public as a resource to help inform the public.

Tunisia has made important strides towards ensuring universal access to education by making schooling free and compulsory. However, challenges remain, such as unequal geographic distribution of schools, limited resources, limited access to digital literacy, a lack of English education, and a shortage of curricula designed to promote entrepreneurship. These issues are especially salient in rural areas.

English is the most commonly spoken language in countries around the world and it is widely used as an official language. Building the capability of Tunisian youth to speak, read, and write in English helps them unlock their potential, creating opportunities they may have never imagined possible.

Understanding the specific educational needs affecting different regions of the country will allow Care for 24 to offer tailored programs to promote academic success and prepare young people for the future.

Corruption has the power to destroy the ability of youth to thrive by diverting funds away from the people who need them most, undermining health and education systems, promoting crime, and stifling the growth and development of Tunisia as a nation.

Understanding the roots of corruption and its effects on the youngest members of the Tunisian population will help equip youth-serving groups to combat its effects and to educate the population.

While Tunisia’s revolution in 2011 resulted in the overthrow of the country’s authoritarian regime, reports show that corruption is more widespread today than under the former government. The plague of corruption affects every aspect of the country’s economy, politics, and security.

Understanding the effects of corruption on Tunisian youth will allow Care for 24 to anticipate and address roadblocks to their ability to reach their full potential. By better understanding corruption and its effects on Tunisian society and youth, we can also better prepare children to be ethical decision makers and leaders.