The Youth Development Index (YDI), developed by the Commonwealth Secretariat, measures the status of young people in 183 countries around the world.
The index is a comprehensive measure across 5 domains that are critical to youth development:
It builds on an earlier version created by the Commonwealth in 2013.
It informs policy-makers about young people's needs and opportunities, indicating areas of success and where attention and investment is needed. It also acts as a data advocacy tool, highlighting the importance of gathering statistics on key youth indicators in order to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.
The Global Youth Development Index and Report was released in October 2016.
Read the full Youth Development Index report on the OECD iLibrary
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Press Release: State of the world's youth population: new index underscores urgent need to invest in youngThe Youth Development Index ranks 183 countries according to the prospects of young people in employment, education, health, civic and political spheres. Read more >> |
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Perspectives on the 2016 Youth Development Index: role of youth in building resilient economies for small statesBy Ambassador Irwin LaRocque, Secretary-General, Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Read more >> |
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Perspectives on the 2016 Youth Development Index: the future of young people in AfricaBy Dr Mo Ibrahim, Founder and Chair, Mo Ibrahim Foundation (for good governance and exceptional leadership in Africa) Read more >> |
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'Ground-breaking’ youth index will help countries design smart policies - Secretary-GeneralA new worldwide youth development index will help countries make smart investments to improve opportunities for young people. Read more >> |
