NEET Rates in Flemish Brabant (BE22) by Gender 2000-2024

Key Insights

• NEET rates in Flemish Brabant show significant volatility over the 25-year period, with a notable decrease from 2000 to 2008.
• Female NEET rates peaked at 17.2% in 2000 and dropped to their lowest at 5.0% in 2022, showing the most dramatic improvement.
• Male NEET rates were generally lower than female rates, ranging from 4.5% to 14.8% over the period.
• The financial crisis around 2012-2014 led to a significant spike in NEET rates for both genders, particularly males (14.8% in 2012).
• Recent data shows improvement with total NEET rates declining to 3.5% in 2024, indicating successful policy interventions or economic recovery.

Chart Information

Chart Type: Line Chart

Colors Used:
■ Total (Both sexes) – #18baa8 (Main color)
■ Female – #ff6b6b
■ Male – #4ecdc4

Data Coverage: Annual data from 2000 to 2024 for young people aged 15-24 years not in employment, education or training in Flemish Brabant, Belgium.

Missing Data: Some data points are unavailable for specific years (shown as gaps in the lines).