Task Teams

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The substantive work of GIST is organized around the following three task teams and two working groups:

Task Team 1
Addressing specific NSO demands

Task Team 1 supports NSOs in identifying, prioritizing, and addressing their training needs through practical tools, guidance, and peer learning. Its work centers on promoting NSO-led capacity development by strengthening training planning, implementation, and knowledge exchange across countries. In response to expressed NSO needs, the task team has supported the development and rollout of the Statistical Training Assessment Tool (STAT).

Task Team 2
Learning culture and sharing of knowledge

Task Team 2 works to embed learning and knowledge sharing into the everyday culture of NSOs and NSSs. By promoting informal learning, practical guidance, and shared understanding, the team supports organizations in creating environments where continuous learning and collaboration can thrive.

Task Team 3
Statistical Literacy in the context of the 2030 Agenda

Task Team 3 works to promote statistical literacy and improve understanding of official statistics among diverse audiences. By fostering shared concepts, mapping initiatives, and encouraging collaboration, the team supports more effective and coordinated statistical literacy efforts across countries.

Working Group
Translation

The Translation Group works to expand access to GIST learning materials by supporting structured, coordinated translation into multiple languages. Through shared frameworks and collaboration, the group helps ensure learning resources are accessible and usable across diverse country contexts.

Working Group
Big Data and Data Science (planned)

The planned Working Group on Big Data and Data Science in collaboration with the United Nations Committee of Experts on Big Data and Data Science will support NSOs in building the skills, tools, and institutional readiness needed to work with big data and data science in official statistics. Its work will focus on training, guidance, shared platforms, and collaboration across countries and regions.