| XIV South American Junior Championships in Athletics | |
|---|---|
| Dates | October 15–18 |
| Host city | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil  |
| Level | Under-20 |
| Events | 36 |
| Participation | about 189 athletes from 9 nations |
The 14th South American Junior Championships in Athletics were held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from October 15–18, 1981.