Demographic and Social Statistics

Join this insightful webinar organized by the Friends of the Chair Group on Social and Demographic Statistics (FOC), in collaboration with the United Nations Statistics Division (UNSD), exploring the critical role of location, geography, and places in social and demographic statistics. The places where people grow up, live and work significantly influence their lives, revealing disparities and informing policy through place-based breakdowns and geo-spatial analysis. This session will also discuss how geography acts as a crosscutting element, integrating various data sources and linking different statistical domains. Key topics include the use of georeferenced data, the potential of satellite imagery, and techniques like small area estimation to address data gaps. The discussion will highlight national perspectives and user demands, showcasing examples of how 'place' can predict social outcomes and enhance data dissemination through geoportals.