Research and reports

UNICEF’s work is grounded in empirical data, rigorous research and thoughtful analysis.

A girl sits in front of a chalkboard, South Sudan

Driving change for children through data

UNICEF is the world's leading source of credible data and analysis about the situation of children, using evidence to drive change.

 

Inequality in wealthy countries

UNICEF helps protect children’s rights through reports that highlight current data.

Global numbers of primary school aged children out of school

    

    

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Read our research blog

Our blog, Evidence for Action, presents the latest insights on data, research and policy. See how UNICEF gathers evidence on children’s lives around the world.

household surveys

Global household surveys

UNICEF’s Multiple Indicator Cluster Surveys use house by house visits to get the most recent data on families.