Data and Statistics for Sustainable Development

The UNESCO Institute for Statistics (UIS) is the official statistical agency of UNESCO and produces a wide range of indicators in UNESCO’s fields of action by working with national statistical offices, line ministries and other statistical organizations.

As the official and trusted source of internationally-comparable data on education, sciences, culture and communication, UIS has functional autonomy and applies rigorous professional standards to produce high-quality data, methodologies and global standards.

Reliable data is imperative to informed decision-making, policy formulation, and progress across various domains. By compiling comprehensive and reliable data from countries worldwide, UIS enables evidence-based policymaking, facilitates international comparisons, and supports countries in strengthening their statistical capacities.