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22 April 2016Sub-National Estimates of Human Capital Indicators: Localizing Investments for the Demographic Dividend
Resource date: 20 April 2016
Author: UNFPA
The demographic dividend is the accelerated development that can arise when a population has a relatively large proportion of working-age people coupled with effective human capital investment. In this poster, we measure human capital needs in Nepal at national and sub-national level using a “demographic dividend index” (DDI). We also map dependency ratios and human capital indicators in empowerment, education and employment for all districts in Nepal and identify priority areas for investments to enhance prospects for a demographic dividend.
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Resource date: 25 October 2015
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UNFPA's emergency response in the aftermath of Nepal's earthquake
November 16, 2015A devastating earthquake jolted Nepal on 25 April 2015, affecting 5.6 million people and killing thousands. The needs of women and girls have been particularly acute. See how UNFPA responded.