Informing Policy Across Countries
GGP data supports evidence-based policymaking in Europe and beyond. It is used by ministries, parliaments, research institutes, and NGOs to inform policies on fertility, family life, gender roles, and ageing. A few examples:
- In Czechia, GGS data has been used in expert advisory groups, policy reports, and parliamentary debates on pension reform and family policy.
- In Germany, the Federal Ministry for Family Affairs has cited GGS data in national family reports. Institutes like BiB, GESIS, and MPIDR regularly use GGS for policy-relevant research.
- In Croatia and Estonia, GGS data underpins national strategies on demographic revitalisation and family policy.
- In Lithuania, indicators from the GGS are included in the country’s long-term strategy, Lithuania 2050.
- In Hungary, GGS contributes to regular sustainability assessments, particularly on changing family structures.
Outside of Europe, GGP also plays a role in shaping policy:
- In Japan, GGS findings have appeared in national white papers and reportedly informed Prime Minister Kishida’s 2023 speech on demographic renewal.
- In Kazakhstan, GGS data supports ageing policy and planning, in collaboration with UNFPA.
International Recognition
GGP’s relevance extends to international organisations:
- OECD, WHO, and UN bodies have cited GGS in reports on family policy, fertility, and health.
Topics and Themes
GGP and GGS contribute to a wide range of policy areas:
- GGP is often cited in discussions on economic policy, education, EU affairs, and family policy.
- GGS is frequently used in debates on childcare, gender inequality, health, employment, and immigration.
They also align strongly with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
- GGS is widely used in documents addressing SDG 3 (Good Health), SDG 5 (Gender Equality), and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequality).
- GGP is also cited in the context of SDG 8 (Decent Work) and SDG 9 (Innovation and Infrastructure)
