This table provides metadata for the actual indicator available from Jamaica statistics closest to the corresponding global SDG indicator. Please note that even when the global SDG indicator is fully available from Jamaican statistics, this table should be consulted for information on national methodology and other Jamaican-specific metadata information.
This table provides information on metadata for SDG indicators as defined by the UN Statistical Commission. Complete global metadata is provided by the UN Statistics Division.
| Indicator name |
Participation rate of youth and adults in formal and non-formal education and training in the previous 12 months, by sex |
|---|---|
| Indicator number |
4.3.1 |
| Target name |
By 2030, ensure equal access for all women and men to affordable and quality technical, vocational and tertiary education, including university |
| Target number |
4.3 |
| Global indicator description |
The percentage of youth and adults in a given age range (e.g. 15-24 years, 25-64 years, etc.) participating in formal or non-formal education or training in a given time period (e.g. last 12 months). |
| UN designated tier |
2 |
| UN custodian agency |
United Nations Education and Scientific Cultural Organisation - Institute of Statistics (UNESCO-UIS) |
| Link to UN metadata | United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Metadata (PDF 210 KB) opens in a new window |
Source 1
| Organisation |
Statistical Institute of Jamaica (STATIN) |
|---|---|
| Periodicity |
Annually |
| Link to data source | http://statinja.gov.jm/ opens in a new window |
Source 2
| Organisation |
Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ) |
|---|---|
| Periodicity |
Annually |
| Link to data source | http://www.pioj.gov.jm/ opens in a new window |