The policy brief “Becoming an Adult in Europe” (2017) explores the challenges young Europeans face during their transition to adulthood, focusing on independence, employment, and housing. The report emphasizes the importance of a life course perspective, highlighting that transitions to adulthood are influenced by intertwined life events within socio-economic, policy, and cultural contexts. Key recommendations include promoting stable employment, sustainable housing, and cross-sectoral support tailored to national and individual diversity. The brief also underscores the value of longitudinal data, such as the Generations and Gender Programme (GGP), for understanding these transitions.
Berrington, A., Billari, F. C., Thévenon, O., & Vono de Vilhena, D. (2017). Becoming an Adult in Europe. Population & Policy Compact, Policy Brief No. 13. Population Europe. Download
