Doomed to Compare

Doomed to Compare

Population science is a fortunate discip­line, methodologically speaking. As demo­graphers, we enjoy a wealth of available data and our subjects—birth, partnership, death, movement—are fairly clear cut. They are also easily subjected to interna­tional comparisons, which offer insight into general and country-specific trends.
GEDEM's data-playground

GEDEM's data-playground

GEDEM's data playground allows users to explore, visualise and download data on the composition of the population in each of the municipalities of Spain since the beginning of the XXI century, as well as on the evolution of different indexes of residential segregation and population diversity.
PRB Visual Products

PRB Visual Products

The Population Reference Bureau (PRB) is known for its innovative visual and digital products that present data and research on population, health, and other topics in compelling, and interactive formats. These products help funders, implementers, researchers, journalists, and advocates creatively share information.
The European Demographic Data Sheet

The European Demographic Data Sheet

The European Demographic Data Sheet pools current figures as well as projections. It covers the EU 27-countries and 22 other states on the European continent as well as Japan and the United States. Basic demographic data about fertility, ageing and migration is presented in one main table and short explanatory text and additional graphs highlight certain interesting developments. The Data Sheet is updated with a new focus every two years. Maintainer/Info: Sergei Scherbov
Démographie sur le web

Démographie sur le web

The project aims at providing teaching resources on various demographic concepts and theory. The website is still under construction. Introduction, explanations and exercises using the Lexis Diagram are provided. (language: French) © Université catholique de Louvain
PopTrain

PopTrain

An interactive programme which sheds light on the process of population change and its causes and effects across Europe (languages: English and Dutch) © NIDI
Population Europe Inter-Faces: Jakub Bijak

Population Europe Inter-Faces: Jakub Bijak

"Migration is one of the worst predictable elements of the puzzle". An interview with Jakub Bijak (University of Southampton), winner of the Allianz European Demographer Award 2015. Questions: 1. People often think of projections as a “crystal ball” to predict the future. What do you personally find fascinating about forecasts and projections in the field of demography? 2. What are the main reasons that make projecting international migration in Europe so difficult?
Youtube Aasve

Population Europe Inter-Faces: Arnstein Aassve

An interview with Arnstein Aassve (Bocconi University) on the impact of recession on the younger generation. Questions: 1. My friends and I are all trying to obtain the best possible qualifications. Nevertheless we are worried that because of the recession it will take forever until we can live independent lives. How bad are the prospects for the younger generation in Europe? 2. Do highly qualified unemployed young people have a chance to compensate for this initial “bad start” later on?
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