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Dimension Economy
Unit Percentage

Data Sources Data can be collected from local or national bodies, including municipal sites or
/ Relevant government statistical agencies.
Databases
SDG Reference(s) SDG Indicator 8.5.2: Unemployment rate by sex, age group and people with
disabilities SDG Target 8.6: By 2020, substantially reduce the proportion of youth
not in employment, education or training.
Verification Check data source.
Guidance
Check what is used as the approach for reporting and if it differs from the
definition above in particular for age groups.
Check against national statistics.

NOTE:
Ensure that rate is not significantly different from national rate.
DATA VALUES:
Youth unemployment should be less then regular unemployment rates.
Check very low values under 5 per cent.

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