Millions of Gen Z around the world are currently jobless. A significant chunk of young NEETS—“not in employment, education, or training”—are well-qualified and want to work, but just can’t land a job. And then there’s “rat people” who are taking to social media to celebrate ditching work for a slower life. Experts say it’s a “quiet protest” against burnout and the current job market.
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China's unemployed Gen Z are proudly calling themselves 'rat people' and spending entire days in bed
https://fortune.com/2025/11/14/china-unemployed-gen-z-rat-people-rebelling-against-workplace-burnout/