- Noor-UL-Huda
- Sukkur IBA University
Unemployment isn’t just a national issue. It’s a silent fear sitting in the hearts of thousands of young people, especially students like me who are preparing to step into the real world. We study for years with hope, yet the worry of “Will I find a job?” follows us everywhere.
Today, education no longer guarantees employment. Many graduates end up doing low-paid work unrelated to their field, not because they lack talent, but because opportunities are limited. It hurts to see hardworking students lose confidence even before life has properly begun. Every degree carries a dream, and it’s painful when the world doesn’t value it.
One of the main problems is the gap between what we learn and what the job market expects. We have theory, they want experience. But how do we gain experience if no one is willing to give us our first chance? This cycle leaves students stuck, frustrated, and questioning their worth.
Families feel this stress too. Rising living costs and job scarcity create pressure on both parents and youth. It’s not just about earning money. It’s about dignity, independence, and the right to build a future we’ve worked for.
We don’t want promises. We want change. We need universities to offer real skill-based training, internships that don’t require connections, and career guidance that actually prepares us. Companies must value talent, not just experience. And as a society, we should support young entrepreneurs and new ideas instead of expecting everyone to find a ready-made job.
Unemployment is not just an economic issue. It affects emotions, families, and the future of a nation. Students are not asking for shortcuts. We are only asking for a fair start, a chance to prove ourselves, and a system that doesn’t waste our potential.
This isn’t just my voice. It’s the voice of thousands who stay quiet but feel the same. If a country truly wants progress, it must listen to its youth and open the doors we’ve spent years preparing to walk through.