Immigration Is Saving Fewer U.S. Counties From Population Loss
Without immigration as a buffer, the U.S. population could begin shrinking in 2033, the CBO projects.
News & Insights Type: Insights
A New Tool Helps African Countries Budget for Demographic Change
Mali’s experience with Budgeting Sensitive to Demographic Dividend
From Research to Policy: Why the NTA Africa Conference Matters Now
Conditions for policy change will be shaped at the annual meeting in Saly, Senegal.
Researchers Mobilize to Defend America’s Public Data Infrastructure
At the 2026 PAA Annual Meeting, researchers and data advocates warned of mounting threats to federal statistics—and shared practical ways to respond.
How High Temperatures Are Changing Who Gets Born
Hotter weather shifts the balance of births toward fewer males than usual. This matters for maternal health, gender inequality, and the makeup of populations.
Are Americans ‘Underbabied’?
Earlier this month, Dr. Mehmet Oz introduced a new demographic buzzword into the public conversation. Is there any truth to this concern?
Construire du sens collectif dans un monde en mutation
Pourquoi créer des espaces d’apprentissage est devenu essentiel pour orienter les politiques publiques
Creating Collective Meaning in a Changing World
Why creating learning spaces has become essential for shaping public policy
How Depopulation Is Slowing Economic Growth in Shelby County, Tennessee
By Julia Greene
As someone who grew up in Shelby County, Tennessee, I’ve always seen this place as full of potential, rich in culture, history, and community.
AI and the Future of Work: Uneven, Uncertain, and Unresolved
Care, the future of work and AI, and other themes we’re keeping an eye on in the new year