THE IMPORTANCE OF SMALL BUSINESS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN PROVIDING YOUTH EMPLOYMENT

This article scientifically analyzes the economic and social importance of small business and entrepreneurship in ensuring youth employment. The article covers the issue of youth employment in Uzbekistan, the role of small business entities in the labor market, mechanisms for supporting entrepreneurship, the importance of youth startups, family entrepreneurship, home-based work and self-employment. It also analyzes the role of financial resources, education, digital technologies, innovative approaches and state programs in the development of youth entrepreneurship.