Milana, 2 years old, stands in the house located 150 meters from the Donetsk Airport.
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Making Children Count in Population and Housing Census

Recommendations for the 2030 round

Highlights

The report, Making Children Count in Population and Housing Census - Recommendations for the 2030 round, emphasizes the critical role census data plays in ensuring that every child, especially those from vulnerable groups, is counted and considered in national planning. Accurate and disaggregated data is essential for developing policies that address children's specific needs in education, health, and protection, while also tracking progress toward international commitments like the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). UNICEF's recommendations stress the importance of capturing detailed information on children, particularly those often overlooked, such as children with disabilities or in alternative care arrangements.

UNICEF's recommendations were developed in close consultation with national and international partners, including UNECE, to ensure that countries in the Europe and Central Asia region are equipped to better capture the living conditions of children in their upcoming census rounds. This document reviews responses from countries during the 2020 Census and highlights key findings and challenges related to collecting data on children, offering targeted guidance to improve future data collection.

A particular focus of the report is on ensuring inclusivity in census practices. The recommendations urge the adoption of methodologies that more accurately capture children with disabilities and those in institutional households, ensuring no child is left behind in national statistics. The report also provides insights into how different countries have approached these challenges and underscores the importance of collaboration and standardized practices for more reliable data.

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