Data Blog
Advancing the collection and use of data to inspire solutions for forced displacement
Investing in refugees’ self-reliance: a more cost-effective and sustainable response
A new UNHCR-World Bank report highlights the “triple win” created when refugees are allowed to work: increased self-reliance, reduced dependency on aid, and economically strengthened host communities.
A New Discovery Tool for Household Survey Questionnaires on Forced Displacement: Towards Data Quality and Consistency
According to the latest UNHCR Global Trends report, 1.5% of the global population is currently forcibly displaced. Governments across the globe continue to respond to this unprecedented challenge through humanitarian assistance, development programs, and policy frameworks aimed at supporting those affected.
Understanding the new Malian refugees in Mauritania: a path forward amid growing challenges
A deeper understanding of herder families’ specific needs—both refugee and host—as well as the impact of conflict on traditional transhumance movement, is essential to delivering effective services in education, health, and livestock veterinary care.
Key highlights from the latest UNHCR Refugee Education Research Digest
UNHCR’s latest review of refugee education identifies three key areas for transformative progress: strengthening refugee leadership, investing in teachers, and thoughtfully adapting technology to meet the unique needs of refugee students.
Getting financial service providers “refugee-ready”: four lessons From Uganda
Sida, UNHCR and Grameen Credit Agricole Foundation launched a first-of-its-kind blended finance programme in Uganda. Some key learnings emerged from the successful initiative.
Measuring foundational learning in forced displacement: field insights and lessons from Mexico
Education officers from UNHCR were recently in Tapuchula and Tijuana to assess foundational learning outcomes for forcibly displaced children.
Innovation and partnerships to improve socioeconomic data on forced displacement
Nicci Potts, ODA Programming and Partnerships Lead Adviser, UK Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office, at the Royal Statistical Society Conference 2024. By Sarchil Qader, Nicci Potts, Giulia del Panta and Paddy Brock We don’t have time for business as usual....
Shining a spotlight on Nicaraguans’ poverty and wellbeing in Costa Rica
Evidence indicates that integrated policies to improve employment, social inclusion, and access to services for Nicaraguan refugees in Costa Rica would benefit both them and the host country through social and tax contributions.
UNHCR’s photo quality initiative: enhancing photo standards in refugee registration
Ukrainian refugees at a UNHCR Registration Center for financial assistance in Bucharest. Once registered they will receive a pin to their phone which allows them to withdraw the cash at a local store. ; Each individual receives 568 Romanian Leu ($123). The center so...
A data-driven look at how promoting employment fosters refugee mental health
As we mark World Mental Health Day, it is important to recognize the disproportionate impact of mental health issues on refugees. This blog examines the links between mental health and livelihoods for refugees, suggesting that integrating mental health support with livelihoods programmes can enhance their ability to work.
Closing the gap: zooming in on refugee women on Equal Pay Day
Evidence suggests that while living in countries with gender disparities, refugee women usually earn less than host women. Addressing these disparities requires policies that target the specific challenges faced by all women in host countries. and integrating a gender perspective into refugee strategies.
About the blog
The UNHCR Data Blog brings attention to data and research on protecting the rights and wellbeing of people forced to flee. It is also a forum to discuss research innovations in data-scarce forced displacement settings.
Useful links
UNHCR Data Transformation Strategy 2020 – 2025
UNHCR Socioeconomic Data and Analysis
Guidance on Registration and Identity Management
Registration and Identity Management at UNHCR
Socioeconomic Assessment Toolkit
Orientation for the early stages of planning a socioeconomic survey
Guidance on sampling household level surveys from UNHCR proGres registration data