On 19 February, the National Institute of Statistics (INE) of Uruguay launched the national Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) to monitor the country’s progress in eradicating poverty in all its forms. The MPI is now an official and permanent tool that complements traditional monetary poverty measurement by analysing how people experience poverty in Uruguay. 

How to Use National MPIs as a Policy Tool: From Metrics to Policy is a comprehensive guide developed by UNDP and OPHI to help policymakers leverage the Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) beyond mere measurement, using it as a practical tool to shape public policy.

In a landmark achievement, Somalia has unveiled its first-ever Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) Report, signaling a critical milestone in the nation’s fight against poverty and its commitment to sustainable development.

In 2016, 2017 and 2018 many countries reported progress on multidimensional poverty reduction in their Voluntary National Reviews (VNR) presented to the UN. Below we highlight excerpts of these documents and link to the full reports for reference.

Statistica Moldovei, the National Bureau of Statistics of Moldova, has […]