Capacity building in statistics

What is it about?

A general framework of capacity building in statistics is outlined in this article. While the importance of capacity building in statistics and steps in this context are dealt with theoretically, the capacity building efforts of TurkStat are also examined during the period between 2000 and 2014 with reference to international projects and national efforts.

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Why is it important?

Capacity building is a continuous effort in the age of information and globalization. NSOs, therefore, need to reform and modernize their infrastructure and adopt new developments in the statistical arena without breaks. This is a dynamic process. Ceasing investment in statistical capacities will directly mean weakness in coping with the new challenges.