AMBAG 2018 Region Growth Forecast (PDF)
By asoares
Area of Expertise: Population Dynamics and Planning
Data Snapshot. Appalachia’s Population (2012-2016)
By asoares
(2018) Since 2010, Appalachia’s population has grown 1%; the nation’s has grown 4.5%. 25.6 million people live in Appalachia’s 420 counties.
Data Snapshot. Income and Poverty in Appalachia (2012-2016)
By asoares
(2018) The Appalachian Region’s aging population may pose challenges “down the road” for local governments and community service providers, say the authors of a new Population Reference Bureau (PRB) report for the Appalachian Regional Commission.
Data Snapshot. Education in Appalachia (2012-2016)
By asoares
The Appalachian Region’s aging population may pose challenges “down the road” for local governments and community service providers, say the authors of a new Population Reference Bureau (PRB) report for the Appalachian Regional Commission.
Enhancing Family Planning Equity for Inclusive Economic Growth and Development
Across sub-Saharan Africa, national development strategies have established the goal of achieving economic growth that is both rapid and equitable across a population.
U.S. Poverty Thresholds and Poverty Guidelines: What’s the Difference?
There are two different U.S. poverty measures, both often referred to as “poverty level”—one based on poverty thresholds and one based on poverty guidelines.
Three Takeaways on the Four Dividends: How Age Structure Change Can Benefit Development
By asoares
The dividends from demographic change are not limited to the economy. PRB’s new interactive web feature shows how maturing age structures open a window of opportunity across four sectors—health, education, economic, and political.
Harnessing the Demographic Dividend
By asoares
This segment from the ENGAGE presentation “Harnessing the Demographic Dividend” explains the changes necessary for countries to achieve a demographic dividend, and serves as a platform for leaders to discuss investments in youth, family planning, education, and the economy.
Media Toolkit: Helping Journalists Get the Story – and Get It Right (PDF)
By asoares
The PACE Project: Nepal
PACE produces original analysis and targeted communication materials to examine variations in adolescent fertility throughout Nepal.