Commenting on the TODAY Youth Survey 2021 findings, SMU Dean of Students and Professor of Sociology (Practice) Paulin Straughan said that the most pressing issue is social inequalities that have been sharpened by the pandemic, since those with lower socioeconomic statuses may find greater difficulty transitioning to a post-pandemic normal than the rest of the country. “Each time we talk about being able to take advantage of emerging opportunities (in this pandemic), we must also realise that not everyone can access the same kind of opportunities as those in privileged positions,” said Prof Straughan.