The DHS Program

Stephen P Groff
Poverty Matters Blog
THE GUARDIAN

...What's more, this rapid economic growth has been inclusive, reaching the poor and well-off alike. The inclusiveness of growth is best revealed by the progress made in providing opportunity to a nation's children. This is an especially important perspective in Timor-Leste, where half of the population is 18 years or younger. Research by the ADB drawing on household surveys (eg the most recent demographic and health survey) is showing that Timor-Leste has indeed succeeded in expanding the opportunities provided to its children...

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Stephen P Groff
Poverty Matters Blog
THE GUARDIAN

...What's more, this rapid economic growth has been inclusive, reaching the poor and well-off alike. The inclusiveness of growth is best revealed by the progress made in providing opportunity to a nation's children. This is an especially important perspective in Timor-Leste, where half of the population is 18 years or younger. Research by the ADB drawing on household surveys (eg the most recent demographic and health survey) is showing that Timor-Leste has indeed succeeded in expanding the opportunities provided to its children...