Census Knowledge Base RSS 2.0 Feedhttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/globalcensus2010@un.orgMon, 23 Nov 2009 13:35:53 GMT20Census Knowledge Basehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10663<B>Abstract:</B> By Turkish Statistical Institute, 2008.<p/>There are different methods of conducting a census all over the world. Recently, many countries including Turkey have attempted to change the method of census from traditional to register based census mainly in order to produce more frequent data and decrease the cost of the census.Main purpose of the paper is to present the experiences of Turkey on establishing the Address Based Population Registration System (ABPRS) which can be used as a basis for population and housing census and more importantly used by other governmental organizations for their official purposes.Wed, 14 Oct 2009 05:50:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10657<B>Abstract:</B> By UN Statistics Division, 2009.<p/>Data capture in census is the system used to convert the information obtained in the census to aformat that can be interpreted by a computer. Whilst it is acknowledged that data capture is only onesmall part of a national census project it is deemed to be one of the most critical, costly and timeconsuming activities of a population and housing census. Rapid advances in data-capture technology,especially optical, have greatly increased the speed and reliability of producing census databases inan accurate and timely manner. Nevertheless in the recent past many countries have faceddifficulties in mastering these technologies, sometimes by lack of preparation or sufficient knowledgeto avoid the numerous pitfalls.<p/>In order to build knowledge on the vast amount of information presented and collected during theseworkshops, this technical report has been prepared to help countries in their planning of their nextpopulation and housing census.<p/>The largest part of the budget for undertaking a national census is used in acquiring the temporarylabour necessary to run the census, with the data capture and information technology (IT) systemsbeing a much smaller part. Due consideration needs to be given to both personnel and IT systems tocompliment each other and ensure the smooth delivery of the census results. The data capture partof a census should not be viewed in isolation as it and other systems before and after it haveinterdependencies.<p/>This report is intended to give the reader an insight into the various technical options available fordata capture and how they apply to each method. It should be pointed out combinations of thesedescribed methods have been used to good effect by some countries; therefore each method is notnecessarily mutually exclusive. The circumstances relating to any method/s chosen relates directly toeach nation’s specific needs and requirements.Wed, 07 Oct 2009 12:00:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10407<B>Abstract:</B> Paper by Turkish Statistical Institute<p/>Until 2000, the population census was carried out in Turkey with a traditional method and the enumeration conducted in one day on a “de facto” basis. Therefore, information on usual residence of the population is not available from past censuses. Another problem was population overcount (imaginary population) due to the fact that census results are used to allocate funds to the municipalities, in proportion to their population size. <p/>In view of the 2010 census, the Turkish Statistical Institute aims at changing the method of population census in order to produce more reliable information particularly on population size and distribution. For this purpose, the population registration system has been improved to cover usual residence address of all people living in the country. This system is considered as a base source for the next census. The main purpose of the paper is to present the method developed to increase the coverage of the population registration system, and the planned methodology for the 2010 census.<p/>Paper presented at the Joint UNECE/Eurostat Meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 13-15 May 2008.Tue, 06 Oct 2009 06:35:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10653<B>Abstract:</B> By INSEE, France, 2009.<p/>63 186 117 inhabitants: that is the official population figure of France as of 1 January 2006. For the first time, INSEE has published population figures for each of the 36 681 communes in France drawn from the new census. The new census method, based on annual census surveys and rotating samples, allows to update the population figurs every year at all geographical levels. This method, world wide unique, guarantees moreover the best quality monitoring of the produced data.<p/>Paper presented at the 57th Session of the International Statistical Institute (ISI), Durban (South Africa), August 2009.<p/>[In French only]Thu, 01 Oct 2009 11:48:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10652<B>Abstract:</B> By Statistics South Africa, 2009.<p/>The Dwelling Frame (DF) project is a project that was created in terms of Statistical Act no.6 of 1999 which states that Statistics South Africa needs to have a national register of all households within the country. Statistics South Africa as a body that embarks on censuses and other household surveys have enumeration areas’ boundaries that crosses traditional boundaries (social boundaries).Traditional boundaries are boundaries according to tribal authorities in tribal areas. Statistics South Africa has declared that for census 2011 EA boundaries that are crossing social boundaries are no longer needed. This paper seeks to explain the role that DF (project undertaken in preparation for census 2011) is going to play in helping Statistics South Africa to achieve socially friendly EA boundaries in tribal areas with Kwazulu-Natal’s tribal areas being used as an example.<P/>Paper presented at the 57th Session of the International Statistical Institute (ISI), Durban (South Africa), August 2009.Thu, 01 Oct 2009 11:27:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10651<B>Abstract:</B> By Statistics Indonesia, 2009.<p/>The 2010 Population Census in Indonesia is a massive and complex statistical undertaking covering 33 provinces and 497 districts/municipalities scattered all over Indonesia, employing about 650,000 enumerators and supervisors. Questionnaire design and data collection strategy will be developed to match various domestic needs and internationally comparison purposes. New technology for data capture, employing Intelligent Character Recognition (ICR System) will decrease the number of staff members for data entry and timeliness of data dissemination.<p/>Paper presented at the 57th Session of the International Statistical Institute (ISI), Durban (South Africa), August 2009.Thu, 01 Oct 2009 11:20:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10649<B>Abstract:</B> By UNFPA, 2009.<p/>The increased demand for timely and more elaborate data combined with the rising population numbers has tremendously increased census costs. The adoption of new technologies in mapping, data processing and dissemination, while improving the efficiency and quality of the products, has further led to increases in census costs. <p/>Donor fatigue in supporting census activities and associated rising costs resulted in many countries not participating in the 2000 round of population and housing census programme. The global financial crisis has furher aggravated the situation, and there is a possibility that many more countries may not be able to conduct a census during the 2010 round. Realizing the urgency and severity of the situation, UNFPA has established a programme to facilitate the continuity of census taking in developing and transitional countries. These efforts are in line with the leadership role UNFPA has played in advocating and supporting censuses over nearly four decades.<p/>In order to mobilize adequate resources for a census programme, proper identification of costs for the various activities involved is essential. Experience has shown that in the past many countries under-estimated census costs. As a result, UNFPA has initiated the development of a detailed “Census Costing Guide” covering all census activities to assist census organizations and Governments in preparing census budgets and mobilizing resources. The Guide will also assist the UNFPA country offices and other donor agencies to understand the census requirements. <p/>Paper presented at the 57th Session of the International Statistical Institute (ISI), Durban (South Africa), August 2009.Thu, 01 Oct 2009 11:12:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10650<B>Abstract:</B> By Statistics South Africa, 2009.<p/>Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) ‘s Geography Division is currently preparing the 2011 population census geography frame for South Africa. This paper presentation focuses on four key areas. The first is the process to align all census boundaries (collection geographies) to the most recent official administrative boundaries (dissemination geographies) for South Africa. The second is the massive undertaking to create a national dwelling frame for South Africa which also includes the ambitious task of assigning addresses to the almost 50% dwellings, falling mainly in rural and informal areas, that have no addresses. The third is to maintain our place name or locality database, a fundamental component of an address and main dissemination geography. The last is to delineate the census collection boundaries namely the enumeration areas (EA). The paper discusses the methodologies, technologies, progress and challenges so far.<p/>Paper presented at the 57th Session of the International Statistical Institute (ISI), Durban (South Africa), August 2009.Thu, 01 Oct 2009 11:08:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10648<B>Abstract:</B> By UNFPA, 2009.<p/>Post Enumeration Surveys (PES) are increasingly being used in Sub-Sahara Africa as tools for evaluating quality of census data. Use of PES methodology to evaluate census data is not new in the Region. The first PES was undertaken in 1960 in Ghana and, during the 1980 Round of Census, a total of 15 countries, out of 47, included PES in their census programme. In the 2000 Round of Census, the number of countries having a PES as part of the census programme had more than doubled, although only a handful were successful in terms of producing useful results, which raised concerns as to whether PES’s are worth undertaking.<p/>This paper focuses on experiences of conducting PES’s in Sub-Sahara Africa. The issues highlighted include; sampling design, PES field and office activities, lessons learned and the way forward for the Africa region. Specific PES experiences and lessons learned from Tanzania and Uganda are provided.<p/>Paper presented at the 57th Session of the International Statistical Institute (ISI), Durban (South Africa), August 2009.Thu, 01 Oct 2009 10:43:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10646<B>Abstract:</B> By the Office of the Registrar General, India, 2009.<p/>In view of the growing need for a credible identification system in the country due to various factors, like internal security, illegal migration etc, India is contemplating the preparation of a National Population Register (NPR) by collecting specific information on each person residing in the country. The proposed NPR would contain such information as, name, sex, date of birth, current marital status, name of father, mother and spouse, educational level attained, nationality, occupation/activity pursued, present and permanent addresses. The database would also contain the photograph and finger biometry of persons above the age of 15 years. Under this scheme, every individual would be assigned a unique National Identification Number (NIN). The NPR is expected to be ready by 2014.<p/>Paper presented at the 57th Session of the International Statistical Institute (ISI), Durban (South Africa), August 2009.Thu, 01 Oct 2009 10:37:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10647<B>Abstract:</B> By Turkish Statistical Institute, 2009.<p/>All population censuses in Turkey so far were carried out with traditional method in one day by application of a curfew with “de facto” definition. Information on usual residence (de jure) population and household structure are not available from past censuses because of listing only present persons on the census day. However main problem in the census was over-counting of population (imaginary population) and out of date because of ten years interval. Therefore, Turkish Statistical Institute (TurkStat) aimed to change the method of population census in order to produce more reliable and up to date information on population size and characteristics. For this purpose, population registration system has been improved to cover usual residence address of all people living in the country. This system is considered as a base source for the next census. <p/>Main purpose of this paper is to present the method of how to establish Address Based Population Registration and how to improve this system.<p/>Paper presented at the 57th Session of the International Statistical Institute (ISI), Durban (South Africa), August 2009.Thu, 01 Oct 2009 10:36:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10638<B>Abstract:</B> By the Central Bureau of Statistics, Israel, 2009.<p/>Census operation and results were evaluated by several quality assessment dimensions. These included Coverage, Accuracy, Consistency, Completeness, Reliability and Validity. The United Nations Economic Commission for Europe publication "Conference of European Statisticians Recommendations for the 2010 Censuses of Population and Housing" lists some quality elements in the three stages of the census process; design, implementation and evaluation. The elements relate to: accuracy, timeliness, accessibility, interpretability and coherence. Israel conducted an integrated census in 2008 with no post enumeration phase since it was assumed that the integrated census with its two samples would provide the necessary information to evaluate the census operations. The evaluation process also took advantage of the fact that the census was an integrated one, which incorporates administrative sources and field operations. The census data collection operation was fully computerized with the use of laptops for data collection and daily data transmission to a central database of collected data. These features made it possible to monitor the field operation with specific tools which took advantage of the technology. To date, the full evaluation process has not yet been completed; it will be completed by the end of 2009. Nevertheless, most of the evaluation elements are completed. <p/>Paper presented at the joint UNECE/Eurostat meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 28-30 October 2009.Mon, 28 Sep 2009 11:33:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10637<B>Abstract:</B> By the Statistical Office of the Republic of Slovenia, 2009.<p/>The paper focuses on the two main activities which took place in 2007 and 2008 at the Statistical Office of the Republic of Slovenia in order to improve the census count in the register based Census of Population and Housing in Slovenia in 2011. The first activity was focused on the identification of potential so-called ˝administrative survivors˝ in the Central Population Register (hereinafter CPR) among population aged 80 years or over. The second activity was the introduction of the census usual residence concept in the quarterly population statistics.<p/>Due to the ageing of populations in the developed countries and the increase in the number of the persons aged 80 or over there is a tendency among national statistical institutes to disseminate also the population by the oldest age-groups (90 or more, 100 or more) and even more, to cross-tabulate these age groups with socio-economic topics. It is well known that the uncertainty and unreliability of the population estimates and population counts are higher for the oldest age-groups. Therefore at Slovene national statistical institute the analysis of potential ˝administrative survivors˝ in the age group 80 or over was done in order to improve the quality of the census count at the 2011 register-based census. On the basis of several analyses estimations were made that the centenarians in the quarterly population statistics are overestimated by about 15-20 per cent and the nonagenarians by about 2-3 per cent.<p/>Paper presented at the joint UNECE/Eurostat meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 28-30 October 2009.Mon, 28 Sep 2009 11:32:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10636<B>Abstract:</B> By the National Institute of Statistics, Italy, 2009.<p/>Italian National Institute of Statistics (Istat) is considering using sampling techniques in order to adopt a short/long form strategy for the 2011 Italian Population Census. The choice is based on a simple random design for the selection of private household samples from population registers and the calibrated estimators. Because the adoption of a sampling strategy causes the introduction of sampling errors, tests and studies have been conducted in order to evaluate the efficiency of sampling estimates and the accuracy of dissemination hypercubes.<p/>The planning of the 2011 Italian Population Census has taken in account both the critical points of the last census and the possibility to introduce methodological innovations according to the international recommendations. In order to improve the efficiency of the survey operations, to reduce the workload of the municipalities and to minimize the statistical burden for the people involved in the enumeration, many solutions have been taken into consideration. The most important are related to the use of population registers, to a mailing for the census forms and to a mixed mode of data collection mainly based on mail and web.<p/>Introducing sampling strategy in the next Census round implies not only savings and a smaller amount of data to be managed also provides an opportunity to improve the overall quality of data. It will be possible to set up and execute more checks on census forms and follows up in the field to reduce the non-sampling errors. Another advantage of the sampling strategy is improvements to the Census timeliness, which is a constraint since 2011 Census data have to be provided to Eurostat on 1 April 2014.<p/>Paper presented at the joint UNECE/Eurostat meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 28-30 October 2009.Mon, 28 Sep 2009 11:31:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10645<B>Abstract:</B> By the Statistical Office of the European Communities, 2009.<p/>The Council of the European Union and the European Parliament adopted in 2008 a regulation on population and housing censuses. For the first time, a European Union (EU) regulation defines the concepts to be used in the census exercises, the topics to be covered and the data sources, and fixes the reference year for the first round on 2011. Further legislative measures – currently under preparation – are foreseen to define the technical specifications and breakdowns of the topics, the programme of statistical data and metadata, the technical format for data transmission, the modalities and structure of the quality reports. The methodological elements of this Regulation acknowledge the Conference of European Statistician (CES)Recommendations for 2010 Round of Population and Housing Censuses.<p/>The Regulation (EC) No 763/2008 attributes great importance to quality issues. Inparticular, it devotes one entire article to the quality assessment, defining its dimensions,prescribing the submission of quality reports from the Member States to Eurostat and stating that"The Commission (Eurostat) shall assess the quality of the data transmitted.” Hence, for the firsttime, the population and housing censuses in the EU will have a formal, structured andcomparable quality reporting. Further, quality shall be assessed and this is a significant stepforward in comparison to simple reporting.<p/>Paper presented at the joint UNECE/Eurostat meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 28-30 October 2009.Mon, 28 Sep 2009 11:30:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10644<B>Abstract:</B> By the National Statistics Institute, Spain, 2009.<p/>This paper explores the use of the Internet as a channel with a lot of possibilities (and an enormous potential of growth) for the next Census round of 2011. <p/>Spain was one of the first countries in the world that made it possible for people toanswer to 2001 Census questions via the Internet. However while less than 1 per cent of Spanishdwellings (13,768 of the 14,187,169 dwellings) answered the 2001 Census by Internet theexperience is useful in planning the 2011 Census.<p/>Several reasons make the situation for the 2011 Census much more promising than 2001.The numbers of people using the Internet everyday has increased significantly, bandwidthoffered by IT companies is much higher than in 2001, Web applications are much more frequentand their possibilities are not so restrictive (for example, Internet security protocols have beensignificantly enhanced) and device storage size has grown exponentially in the last few years.Because of these reasons the scenario in the 2011 Census, where the Internet will play animportant role, will be very different from that at the time of the 2001 Census, where theexistence of the Internet was essentially symbolic.<p/>Paper presented at the joint UNECE/Eurostat meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 28-30 October 2009.Mon, 28 Sep 2009 11:14:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10643<B>Abstract:</B> By the National Institute of Statistics, Italy, 2009.<p/>The collection strategy for the 15th general Population Census is based on the use ofmunicipal registers for the identification of survey units. The shift from a traditional census to aregister-assisted census will be supported by new collection techniques; questionnaire mail-outand a variety of possible data return methods (post, web compilation, and delivery to themunicipal collection centres). Municipal address archives, geocoded to the census tract, will alsobe used.<p/>Another fundamental feature of the new strategy is its modularity, that is the adoption ofdifferent methods and techniques in relation to the demographic size of the municipalities (such as using a short form / long form strategy only in municipalities with more than 20 000 inhabitants).<p/>Paper presented at the joint UNECE/Eurostat meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 28-30 October 2009.Mon, 28 Sep 2009 11:08:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10642<B>Abstract:</B> By the General Register Office for Scotland, United Kingdom, 2009.<p/>Statisticians and IT professionals worked closely during the iterative design of the onlinecensus questionnaires and recognised from the outset that, whilst an online census questionnaireuses the same questions as paper, it is not always desirable nor possible for the two types ofquestionnaire to be absolutely identical due to intrinsic differences in the formats. The online questionnaire completed by respondents in Scotland’s Census Rehearsaladhered to this principle and applied rules-based validation and other intelligent features at thetime of completion in an attempt to optimise the user experience and potentially improve dataquality. For those that completed online, the feedback we have indicates that the overallexperience of completing online is positive. There is also a perception amongst this group thatthe questionnaire is quicker, simpler and easier to complete online than on paper. Evidence also clearly indicates that following design principles which apply to the paperquestionnaire but which are not appropriate for an online environment can have a detrimentalimpact on user experience and quality of response. Questionnaires and questions should be designed with a conceptual framework for bothpaper and online media in mind from an early stage to avoid potential differences.<p/>Paper presented at the joint UNECE/Eurostat meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 28-30 October 2009.Mon, 28 Sep 2009 10:55:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10641<B>Abstract:</B> By the Statistical Office of the European Communities, 2009.<p/>In 2008, the European Parliament and the Council adopted legislation that, for the first time in history, provides a framework to produce and disseminate comparable census data for all European Union (EU) Member States. This information will be of great value to policy making, administration, businesses and the EU citizens. It will not only support EU-wide activities, but will make it easier for people acting nationally or even regionally to see their situation as part of the larger European picture.<p/>The EU legislation on censuses is "output oriented". It does not prescribe a specific methodology how the Member States have to conduct their censuses. The responsibility to develop appropriate census methodology and technology remains with the Member States (no "input harmonisation"). However, the EU legislation aims at a dissemination of census data thatare comparable between the EU Member States. The data have to:<br/>(a) follow transparent concepts, definitions and specifications;<br/>(b) be of sufficient quality and subject to a quality reporting;<br/>(c) follow a European programme of statistical data (hypercubes) and metadata, andbe accessible via a user-friendly dissemination format.<br/>To achieve this, the European Commission shall adopt different "implementing regulations".<p/>Paper presented at the joint UNECE/Eurostat meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 28-30 October 2009.Mon, 28 Sep 2009 10:51:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10640<B>Abstract:</B> By the Office for National Statistics, United Kingdom, 2009.<p/>A Census is a complex and costly undertaking and one that is only undertaken when it has been clearly shown that there is a need for it. Planning the Census is inevitably a long process, requiring many phases and it is vital that consultation takes place with a wide range of census users to determine their needs for data. This paper sets out the strategy adopted in the United Kingdom for ascertaining users' needs for information to be collected in the Census,focusing on topics and output geography, and assesses this against the scope and design ofconsultations as set out in the Conference of European Statisticians (CES) Recommendations forthe 2010 round of European censuses. The paper concludes by noting the key decisions in thedesign of the 2011 Census that have been made following user consultation to date.<p/>Paper presented at the joint UNECE/Eurostat meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 28-30 October 2009.Mon, 28 Sep 2009 10:47:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10639<B>Abstract:</B> By United Kingdom, 2000.<p/>Commercial companies in the United Kingdom are major users of Census information fortargeting customers and making business decisions. Like other user communities, there are some Census specialists, but many more occasional users. Relationships between the Census Offices and their private sector customers are good, and plans for 2011 are progressing well, but much remains to be done. Potential improvements are also identified.<p/>Paper presented at the joint UNECE/Eurostat meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 28-30 October 2009.Mon, 28 Sep 2009 10:44:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10635<B>Abstract:</B> By the Statistical Office of the European Communities and by Statistics Netherlands, 2009.<p/>The Council of the European Union and the European Parliament have adopted in 2008 the Regulation (EC) No 763/20081 on population and housing censuses, acknowledging the Conference of European Statisticians Recommendations for the 2010 Censuses of Population and Housing. This Regulation states that "Member States shall take all measures necessary to meet the requirements of data protection. The Member States' own data protection provisions shall not be affected by this Regulation." The transmission of data subject to statistical confidentiality is governed by specific EU regulations, ensuring the physical and logical protection of confidential data and that no unlawful disclosure or non-statistical use occurs when Community statistics are produced and disseminated. In particular, the new "EU Statistical Law" devotes an entire chapter to statistical confidentiality. In other words, what is considered confidential at national level, it remains confidential once transmitted to Eurostat and, if a country wants to transmit confidential data, this has to be done in accordance with the EU regulations in force. <p/>The programme for data dissemination that Eurostat is implementing for the census round 2011 is based on an innovative approach. The basic data input is in the form of hypercubes, which are multidimensional tables with several dimensions. The size of these hypercubes has an impact on confidentiality issues: while for a set of predefined common bi- or tri-dimensional tables the disclosure control for census data could be considered (relatively) feasible to implement, such control becomes a real challenge as more dimensions are added.<p/>Paper presented at the joint UNECE/Eurostat meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 28-30 October 2009.Mon, 28 Sep 2009 08:16:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10634<B>Abstract:</B> By the Mutual Progress on Homelessness through Advancing and Strengthening Information Systems Project (MPHASIS), 2009.<p/>This paper focuses on two main issues. First, the paper reviews the plans being made byOffices of National Statistics (ONS) to count homeless people in 2011. Second, the paper considers the issues involved in using population registers to enumerate homeless people for those countries which have employed register based methods. <p/>The European Union (EU) regulation on population and housing censuses states that all countries are to collect data on “housing arrangements”, which according to the Conference of European Statisticians (CES) Recommendations include people who have no usual place of residence (thereby explicitly including homeless people. Some countries have clear intentions for enumerating homeless people, whereas other countries are still looking into different possibilities. The paper describes these methods based on a postal survey conducted by European Federation of National Organisations Working with the Homeless (FEANTSA) in 2008.<p/>Paper presented at the joint UNECE/Eurostat meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 28-30 October 2009.Mon, 28 Sep 2009 08:11:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10633<B>Abstract:</B> By the Office for National Statistics, United Kingdom, 2009.<p/>Collecting accurate data on Rough Sleepers is an extremely difficult and often costly task. The paper examines how the Office for National Statistics (ONS) attempted this during its last Census in 2001 and explains some of the challenges encountered. An update is then provided on some of its ongoing research which should help ensure a successful count for the next Census in 2011. This includes an insight into the work carried out by Local Authorities and charities in counting this group and a consideration of how ONS can best utilise this expertise. Finally, the paper presents ONSs current proposals for counting Rough Sleepers at the next Census.<p/>Paper presented at the joint UNECE/Eurostat meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 28-30 October 2009.Mon, 28 Sep 2009 08:07:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10632<B>Abstract:</B> By National Institute of Statistics, Italy, 2009.<p/>A decennial population and housing census has been taken in Italy since 1861, based on the conventional methodology of complete field enumeration. All information was collected and processed on a complete basis. Only a long form was traditionally used and all the information collected was processed without making use of any sampling techniques. <p/>For the 2011 census, a number of factors raised questions about the appropriateness of continuing to rely on the conventional methodology. A major change though only applying to the largest municipalities will be the use of sampling techniques for the collection of socio-economic information. This strategy implies a shift towards the production of estimations concerning the socio-economic set of variables included in EU Regulation. These estimations will be produced by using a long form for a sample of households. Two enumeration forms will be used in municipalities with 20,000 or more inhabitants (and in all provincial capitals): a short form, in order to collect data on the demographic features of the whole resident population, and a long form, designed for a sample of households and including demographic topics as well as socioeconomic variables.<p/><p/>Paper presented at the joint UNECE/Eurostat meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 28-30 October 2009.Mon, 28 Sep 2009 08:04:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10631<B>Abstract:</B> By Statistics Portugal, 2009.<p/>Population and housing censuses characterise population and housing in a given country, from a viewpoint that is determined by the “de jure” residence or “de facto” present population.Although the whole population is observed by reference to the census day, there is always a clear distinction – both in the observation model and in the quantity of data collected – that is established by the “de jure” or “de facto” situation in the enumeration of population and its relationship to housing.<p/>Due to the location and access limitations of the national universities as well as international exchange programmes offered by universities, third level students are, nowadays, a significant population group spending most of the year in living quarters rather than living with their families. UNECE recommendations have always considered them as part of population groups for which there would be a need to better clarify the residence rules that are applied. It was not until the recommendations for 2010 that these rules clearly state how these students should be classified; it is assumed that they should be considered as residents in the living quarters where they spend most part of the year, which was not consensual in the approval of the latest recommendations, due to a number of inconsistencies. This paper analyses these issues within the international context, and also analyzes Portugal’s approach and its method of handling the issues in 2011. The paper also puts forward anumber of suggestions for future consideration.<p/>Paper presented at the joint UNECE/Eurostat meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 28-30 October 2009.Mon, 28 Sep 2009 07:42:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10630<B>Abstract:</B> By Statistics Portugal, 2009.<p/>Population and housing censuses characterise population and housing in a given country,from a viewpoint that is determined by the “de jure” residence or “de facto” present population.Although the whole population is observed by reference to the census day, there is always a clear distinction – both in the observation model and in the quantity of data collected – that isestablished by the “de jure” or “de facto” situation in the enumeration of population and itsrelationship to housing.<p/>Due to the location and access limitations of the national universities as well as international exchange programmes offered by universities, third level students are, nowadays, a significant population group spending most of the year in living quarters rather than living with their families. UNECE recommendations have always considered them as part of population groups for which there would be a need to better clarify the residence rules that are applied. It was not until the recommendations for 2010 that these rules clearly state how these students should be classified; it is assumed that they should be considered as residents in the living quarters where they spend most part of the year, which was not consensual in the approval of the latest recommendations, due to a number of inconsistencies. This paper analyses these issues within the international context, and also analyzes Portugal’s approach and its method of handling the issues in 2011. The paper also puts forward anumber of suggestions for future consideration.<p/>Paper presented at the joint UNECE/Eurostat meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 28-30 October 2009.Mon, 28 Sep 2009 07:29:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10629<B>Abstract:</B> By the Office for National Statistics, United Kingdom, 2009.<p/>The Conference of European Statisticians (CES) recommended core topics and census definitions for the 2010 round of censuses. These recommendations form the basis of the requirements for outputs which should be provided to Eurostat. They arise from the new European Parliament and Council Census Regulation, and so are mandatory for European Union (EU) Member States. However, the overriding need to meet national requirements may determine a different approach in some countries. The paper identifies those topics and definitions where the CES recommendations may not be fully adopted in the 2011 United Kingdom Census, but describes how alternative data sources may be used so that the EU obligations can be fulfilled.<p/>Paper presented at the joint UNECE/Eurostat meeting on Population and Housing Censuses, Geneva, 28-30 October 2009.Mon, 28 Sep 2009 07:06:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10626<B>Abstract:</B> By the Office of National Statistics, UK.<p/>The key measure of census quality is the level of response achieved. In recent censuses worldwide this level has been in the high nineties per cent. This was also true of censuses in Britain in 1991 (98 per cent). However, what was particularly noticeable about the census in Britain in 1991 was the differential response rate and the difficulty in effectively measuring this. The One Number Census programme was set up in the UK to research and develop a more effective methodology to measure and account for underenumeration in the 2001 Census. The key element in this process is the Census Coverage Survey – a significantly larger and redesigned post-enumeration survey. This article describes the planning and design of the survey with particular emphasis on the implementation of the proposed field methodology in practice. It also provides a highlevel overview of the success of the survey. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 06:22:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10615<B>Abstract:</B> By UNFPA, Malawi.<p/>The main objectives of Post Enumeration Surveys (PES) in Africa is to quantitatively and qualitatively evaluate accuracy of the census in terms of coverage and content errors as well as to assess the quality of enumeration areas as sampling frames for household based surveys. As censuses become more and more complicated and, as census results are used more and more for policy formulation and development planning, it is becoming imperative for national statistical offices to provide quantitative and qualitative limitations in the use of data. <p/>This paper focuses on experiences of conducting Post Enumeration Surveys (PES) in Sub-Sahara Africa. The issues highlighted include; sampling design, PES field and office activities, lessons learned and the way forward for the Africa region. Specific PES experiences and lessons learned from Tanzania and Uganda are provided.<p/>Paper presented at the 57th Session of the International Statistical Institute (ISI), Durban (South Africa), August 2009.Mon, 31 Aug 2009 08:48:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10618<B>Abstract:</B> By Statistics South Africa, 2009.<p/>Statistics South Africa has used scanning technology in the last 2001 Census as well as the subsequentsurveys as means of capturing the large-volume data. The implementation of the scanning technology hasallowed Stats SA to draw some important lesson in the implementation of an innovative approach incapturing system. Thereafter, corrective measures were implemented with success in the large survey calledthe community survey. Stats SA has acknowledged that the lack of proper assessment, planning, testing anddevelopment of a full complete system at pilot phase has resulted in some weaknesses of 2001 Census dataprocessing. The common challenges in the developing countries are the absence of good local knowledgebasein information technology, the lack of thoroughly tested systems, lack of good management skills of thesystems and the unavailability of enough financial resources supporting the information technology locally.<p/>Paper presented at the 57th Session of the International Statistical Institute (ISI), Durban (South Africa), August 2009.Wed, 26 Aug 2009 13:49:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10617<B>Abstract:</B> By United States Census Bureau, 2009.<p/>In Census 2000 the Census Bureau uncovered problems in its counts and its coverage measurement program. In the early parts of the following decade before the 2010 census, a Research and Development Program on coverage improvement and coverage measurement was created to address these problems. These groups laid the foundation for innovations to be made and included in the 2010 census. These innovations include the Coverage Followup program that will use initial census information to lead to improvements in household-level coverage, and changes in the technology and methodology used in the coverage measurement program that will improve its accuracy and help guide improvements in coverage for future censuses.<p/>Paper presented at the 57th Session of the International Statistical Institute (ISI), Durban (South Africa), August 2009.Wed, 26 Aug 2009 13:43:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10616<B>Abstract:</B> By UNFPA Sudan Country Office, Population Census Support Unit, 2009.<p/>Sudan had completed four previous censuses (1956, 1973, 1983 and 1993) and was already planning for the 2003 census when the ushering in of the arrangements for the Naivasha accord started leading to the signing of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) in January 2005. This brought to an end Africa’s longest (since 1983) and bloodiest civil conflict between North and South Sudan. This paper discusses important aspects of the Sudan census such as the significance of the comprehensive peace agreement, the supervisory structure and the involved technical and logistic support.<p/>Paper presented at the 57th Session of the International Statistical Institute (ISI), Durban (South Africa), August 2009.Wed, 26 Aug 2009 13:36:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10614<B>Abstract:</B> By National Statistical Office, Malawi, 2009.<p/>National Statistical offices, as census implementing agencies, are faced with the challenge of releasing census results timely after census enumeration. This among other things entails shortening the data capture period mostly through more improved systems such as scanning. Malawi Statistical Office has been using scanning as a data capture method for small scale surveys since 2002. However, scanning at a large scale was used for the first time with the 2008 Population and housing census. This paper describes the preparations and the actual procedure of the automatic data capturing including the problems encountered and the lessons learned.<p/>Paper presented at the 57th Session of the International Statistical Institute (ISI), Durban (South Africa), August 2009.Wed, 26 Aug 2009 13:17:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10613<B>Abstract:</B> By Liberia Institute for Statistics and Geo-Information Services, 2009.<p/>Liberia has had a total of four population censuses in its 160 years history. These are the 1962, 1974, 1984 and 2008 National population censuses. The 1984 Census which was held 24 years prior to the 2008 Census was never published and the onset of the 14 year civil crisis saw the loss of the national data including the 1984 data set. Besides, other demographic and socio-economic data needed by the newly democratic government of President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf for socioeconomic development planning were limited or non existence. Hence, the need to conduct a fresh census could not have been over-emphasized. As such the Government of President Sirleaf decided in November 2006 to participate in the 2010 Round of Censuses by conducting the 2008 National Population and Housing Census. This paper outlines some of the achievements, constraints and challenges faced in the implementation of the 2008 National Population and Housing Census.<p/>Paper presented at the 57th Session of the International Statistical Institute (ISI), Durban (South Africa), August 2009.Wed, 26 Aug 2009 13:09:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10611<B>Abstract:</B> By Central Statistical Agency of Ethiopia, 2009.<p/>The application of satellite imageries for preparation of enumeration area maps in one of the pastoral areas of Ethiopia has greatly improved the coverage of the 2007 Population and Housing Census. By adopting a digital approach through the use of satellite imagery, the Central Statistical Agency was able to provide data on pastoral area to policy makers in order to make better-informed decisions. Most obvious challenges of census undertaking the pastoral areas were inaccessibility, mobile nature of the dwellers, high level of illiteracy rate, and the vastness of the area. Effectiveness and accurateness of the census undertaking also improved by the utilization of scanning technology for data capturing and of GIS for data dissemination and data presentation.<p/>Paper presented at the 57th Session of the International Statistical Institute (ISI), Durban (South Africa), August 2009.Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:16:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10610<B>Abstract:</B> By Statistics Canada, 2009.<p/>For most countries census data collection and its control has been largely a decentralized paper based operation. Enumerators listed dwellings and conducted interviews or dropped off questionnaires. They tracked response and did follow-up using their lists for control. However over the last couple of decades some national statistical offices (NSOs) have developed address registers to facilitate mailout methodologies. Furthermore, there has been rapid improvement in the availability, security, acceptance and use of Internet technologies by both NSOs and citizens. These factors have facilitated the introduction of multimodal census data collection methods that better address preferred response modes of different population groups. <br/>This paper reviews the collection methodology of recent Canadian Censuses and discusses some of the lessons learned. It presents an overview of the 2011 Census data collection methodology and briefly describes the major strategies being taken for its control and management.<p/>Paper presented at the 57th Session of the International Statistical Institute (ISI), Durban (South Africa), August 2009.Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:05:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10601<B>Abstract:</B> By Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2007.<p/>A Census Post-Enumeration Survey (PES) is conducted after each Australian Population Census. The PES provides a measure of the net under-count of the Census, and is a key input into the production of the official Estimated Resident Population counts.<p/>This paper describes estimation of net under-count in the context of the 2006 Census and PES. It introduces a new estimator, the prediction regression (PREG) estimator, as an extension of the dual system estimator (DSE) standardly used in estimating Census under-count. In contrast to the DSE, the PREG estimator can use a variety of benchmark variables without the need to form non-overlapping post-strata. It can also adjust appropriately for persons that report different categories in the PES than were recorded in the Census.Tue, 28 Jul 2009 11:26:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10577<B>Abstract:</B> By Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2007.<p/>Whenever a Census is undertaken, questions about the completeness and accuracy of the Census count invariably arise. In such a large and complex exercise, it is inevitable that some people will be missed and some will be included more than once (or includedwhen they should not be). While every effort is made to eliminate these potential causes of error, some undercount and overcount will invariably occur in the Census.<p/>The purpose of this paper is to provide information on the development and conduct of the 2006 Census Post Enumeration Survey (PES), and the methodology used to estimate the net undercount in the 2006 Population Census.Thu, 21 May 2009 07:26:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10563<B>Abstract:</B> By National Research Council, USA, 2008.<p/>In connection with every recent decennial census, the U.S. Census Bureau has carried out experiments and evaluations. A census “experiment” usually involves field data collection during the census in which alternatives to current census processes are assessed for a subset of the population. An “evaluation” is usually a post hoc analysis of data collected as part of the decennial census processing to determine whether individual steps in the census operated as expected. The Census Bureau program for evaluations and experiments for the 2010 decennial census is referred to as the 2010 CPEX Program.<p/>CPEX, like its predecessor programs, has enormous potential to help improve the next census, which is the federal government’s single most important, and most costly, data collection activity. A well-planned and well-executed CPEX is a sound investment to ensure that the 2020 census is as cost-effective as possible.<p/>The primary purpose of this interim report is to help reduce the possible subjects for census experimentation from an initial list of 52 research topics compiled by the Census Bureau to perhaps 6, which is consistent with the size of the experimentation program in 2000. This interim report also offers broad advice on plans for evaluations of the 2010 census. The panel expects to provide fuller details of individual experiments and evaluations in its subsequentreports.Wed, 15 Apr 2009 12:38:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10562<B>Abstract:</B> By Central Statistical Office, Zambia, 2008.<p/>This paper describes the data processing methodology adopted for Zambia’s Population and Housing Census 2000. It was planned that the 2000 Census data would be captured using Optical Mark Reading (OMR) Technology. The paper discusses several aspects of the process including designing of the OMR scanable census questionnaires, outsourcing of resources for scanning and gives an overview of the problems encountered and constraints identified.<p/>Paper presented at Regional Workshop on Census Data Processing: Contemporary technologies for data capture, methodology and practice of data editing, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, 2008.Thu, 02 Apr 2009 12:55:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10561<B>Abstract:</B> By National Population Commission, Nigeria, 2008.<p/>This paper describes the data processing methodology adopted for Nigeria’s Population and Housing Census 2006. It particularly focuses on data capture and first level editing carried out at the Data Processing Centres (DPCs) using Intelligent Character Recognition (ICR) and Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology. It briefly touches on second level editing at the Data Validation Unit (DVU) based at National Population Commission (NPopC) headquarters, Abuja.<p/>Paper presented at Regional Workshop on Census Data Processing: Contemporary technologies for data capture, methodology and practice of data editing, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, 2008.Thu, 02 Apr 2009 12:46:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10560<B>Abstract:</B> By Kenya National Bureau of Statistics, 2008.<p/>The processing of data collected in a census constitutes one of the most important and challenging activities that have to be undertaken efficiently and expeditiously in order to justify the immense resources invested in a census. This activity entailed several processes: manual editing of the questionnaires after enumeration, data capture, data cleaning and validation, and finally tabulation.Government’s commitment to provide provisional results within six months after enumeration and final basic results within another six months greatly influenced the strategies and actions adopted. This paper describes the experiences made and the lessons learned during the processing of the census data.<p/>Paper presented at Regional Workshop on Census Data Processing: Contemporary technologies for data capture, methodology and practice of data editing, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, 2008.Thu, 02 Apr 2009 12:34:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10559<B>Abstract:</B> By Ghana Statistical Service, 2008.<p/>This document describes of the Ghana Statistical Service in using Optical character recognition (OCR) technology for the data capture during the 2000 population and housing census. It discusses the reasons for choosing the OCR technology, the various working steps in capturing and editing the data, and difficulties and challenges encountered.<p/>Paper presented at Regional Workshop on Census Data Processing: Contemporary technologies for data capture, methodology and practice of data editing, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, 2008.Thu, 02 Apr 2009 12:22:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10558<B>Abstract:</B> By National Bureau of Statistics of China, 2008.<p/>National Bureau of Statistics of China (NBSC) has used OCR technology in two cases of large-volume census data capture; one is the fifth national population census, the other is the second national agricultural census. The document describes the experiences of the NBSC in using these technologies during those two major statistical undertakings. <p/>Paper presented at UNSD-ESCAP Regional Workshop on Census data processing: contemporary technologies for data capture, methodology and practice of data editing, documentation and archiving; Bangkok, Thailand, 2008.Thu, 02 Apr 2009 11:45:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10557<B>Abstract:</B> By Department of Statistics, Brunei Darussalam, 2008.<p/>This document describes shortly the main features of the 2001 Population and Housing Census in Brunei Darussalam. It focuses in particular on the data capture and data processing, and gives an outlook for the 2011 census.<p/>Paper presented at UNSD-ESCAP Regional Workshop on Census data processing: contemporary technologies for data capture, methodology and practice of data editing, documentation and archiving; Bangkok, Thailand, 2008.Thu, 02 Apr 2009 11:30:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10556<B>Abstract:</B> By Kenya National Bureau of Statistics, 2009.<p/>In order to realize the aspirations of Vision 2030 goals, the Kenya Government is determined to mainstream gender into government policies, plans, budgets and programmes. The operationalization and strengthening of gender divisions in all ministries and state corporations is being implemented to achieve gender mainstreaming at all levels. Emphasis is put on engendering data collection and analysis in all areas of the economy. This is a deliberate effort to recognize and acknowledge various ways in which women and men contribute to the economy and society as a whole.<p/>The planning and execution of census activities are spearheaded by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) on behalf of the Government of Kenya in accordance with the Statistics Act 2006 of the Laws of Kenya. In order to strengthen the efforts in mainstreaming gender into all aspects of data collection and analysis, the KNBS has critically examined, added questions and modified the data collection tools to reflect a gender perspective.<p/>Paper presented at the Global Forum on Gender Statistics, 26-28 January 2009, Accra, Ghana.Thu, 02 Apr 2009 08:13:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10555<B>Abstract:</B> By Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics, Occupied Palestinian Territory, 2009.<p/>Palestinian central Bureau of Statistics (PCBS)within its core statistical system has created special programs to provide data for vulnerable groups (child, women, disabled, youth and elderly). As PCBS realize the importance role of women in the development process has created man and woman program to provide data about gender issues and the gaps between man and woman in all aspect of socio-economic life, and as a strategic policy PCBS emphasizes including gender perspectives in all its statistical activities.<p/>The latest huge statistical activity PCBS has conducted was the Population, Housing and Establishment census, where PCBS from the early beginning of census different stages (Planning, designing questionnaires, Publicity campaigns, Implementation stages and analysis plans) emphasizes gender perspective issues.<p/>Paper presented at the Global Forum on Gender Statistics, 26-28 January 2009, Accra, Ghana.Thu, 02 Apr 2009 06:17:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10554<B>Abstract:</B> By Korea National Statistics Office, Republic of Korea, 2009.<p/>Even though the Population Census of Korea (ROK) had provided data by gender since 1925, a gender perspective on the statistics has not appeared as an important issue until 2000. After that, the Ministry of Gender Equity of Korea made the second 5 year (2003~2007) plan to create gender statistics to include many areas of life and thus to improve women’s welfare, using these data. Last year, The KNSO amended statistics law to make all the statistics produce the data on a gender perspective. From now on, I would like to present a gender perspective on “Economic Activity, and Living Expense of the Aged” according to the 2005 Population and Housing Census of Korea.<p/>Paper presented at the Global Forum on Gender Statistics, 26-28 January 2009, Accra, Ghana.Thu, 02 Apr 2009 06:07:00 GMTJan Beisehttp://unstats.un.org/unsd/censuskb/article.aspx?id=10553<B>Abstract:</B> By National Statistics Office, Malawi, 2009.<p/>Malawi undertook its recent census in June 2008 and several steps were checked to ensure that gender issues are incorporated at all levels. The paper will mainly look at steps taken by National Statistical Office to ensure this. Several stages were observed and plans are underway to make sure that gender issues are mainstreamed at all levels.<p/>Paper presented at the Global Forum on Gender Statistics, 26-28 January 2009, Accra, Ghana.Thu, 02 Apr 2009 06:02:00 GMTJan Beise