Changing Race and Ethnicity Questions on the U.S. Census Form Reflect Evolving Views
Census questions about race and ethnicity have evolved over time, as have Americans’ views about racial and ethnic identification.
Census questions about race and ethnicity have evolved over time, as have Americans’ views about racial and ethnic identification.
(2010) In April 2010, the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IMHE), a research center at the University of Washington, released estimates showing unexpected declines in global maternal mortality compared with previous UN estimates.
(2010) With almost half of the world's population under age 25, investments in young people are vital to improve economic and social outcomes and achieve the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs).
PRB summarizes recent research supported by the National Institute on Aging (NIA) of the National Institutes of Health, highlighting its implications for individuals and society.
(2014) Recognizing the significance of young people for the growth and well-being of the global population, UNFPA has declared "Investing in Young People" the theme of World Population Day 2014. As the size of the global youth population—already larger than at any other time in history—continues to grow, the importance of addressing adolescent health grows as well.
PRB staff offer summaries of new research and insightful sessions from the annual demography meeting.