Better Data and Social Statistics for Children on the Move

International Data Alliance for Children on the Move (IDAC) 

Side event to the 54th Session of the United Nations Statistical Commission

  • Date: Thursday, 2 March 2023
  • Time: 8:00 a.m – 9:30 a.m EST
  • Location: Danny Kaye Room UNICEF Building, 3 United Nations Plaza, New York NY 10017  

Amid an abundance of global efforts to foster social inclusion through better data and evidence, millions of highly vulnerable children on the move continue to be left behind. Persistent challenges remain in producing reliable and timely data and statistics about migrant and displaced children across the globe. Join IDAC’s side event to the 54th Session of the United Nations Statistical Commission to unpack the challenges faced in generating data on children on the move and to forge collaborative solutions to promote stronger, child-sensitive national statistical systems. Don't miss this important discussion for better data for children on the move!

Secure your spot now and pre-register for in-person or online participation by this Monday, 27 February 2023.


The International Data Alliance for Children on the Move (IDAC) is a cross-sectoral global coalition that brings together governments (including experts from national statistical offices and migration-relevant ministries), international and regional organizations, NGOs, think tanks, academics and civil society. The organization’s main objective is to improve statistics and data on migrant and displaced children and support evidence-based policymaking that protects and empowers them.