This table provides metadata for the actual indicator available from Armenia statistics closest to the corresponding global SDG indicator. Please note that even when the global SDG indicator is fully available from Armenian statistics, this table should be consulted for information on national methodology and other Armenian-specific metadata information.
| Indicator description |
This indicator is calculated by dividing the number of beneficiaries, the recipients of social assistance (including family benefits) in the total population (or group) by the total number of population (or group). |
|---|---|
| Geographical coverage |
Armenia |
| Unit of measurement |
% |
| Definitions |
Social assistance - a set of social services provided to the family in order to prevent or alleviate the difficulties of life, to meet their basic needs, to integrate into society, as well as to prevent the difficult situation of life. |
| Calculations |
The ratio of the poor receiving social assistance (including family benefit) to the total number of poor. |
| Comments and limitations |
The main source of information is an Integrated Living Conditions Survey (ILCS) (https://www.armstat.am/en/?nid=82&id=2217). |
| Data last updated | Feb 06, 2024 |
| Metadata last updated | Nov 15, 2020 |