World Statistics Congress
The ISI World Statistics Congresses are held biennially in different countries and regions, organized by the International Statistical Institute in collaboration with the host country's National Statistics Office and Society.
These scientific congresses serve as the flagship events of the ISI, distinguished by a programme structure. This includes a Scientific Programme crafted by the scientific community that will attend a Social and Cultural Programme, Short Courses, Satellite Meetings, and an Awards and Prizes Ceremony. The World Statistics Congress provides a platform for global statisticians.
These scientific congresses serve as the flagship events of the ISI, distinguished by a programme structure. This includes a Scientific Programme crafted by the scientific community that will attend a Social and Cultural Programme, Short Courses, Satellite Meetings, and an Awards and Prizes Ceremony. The World Statistics Congress provides a platform for global statisticians.
This biennial congress and its events take place for a week, during which all our Associations, Committees, and participants contribute in diverse activities. Additionally, associated events unfold in the days preceding or following the congress. The World Statistics Congress thus serve as a focal point to start collaborations and engagement among ISI members worldwide.
Attendees can expect the World Statistics Congress to offer a platform where research is shared, new projects are presented, networking opportunities, and more.
Attendees can expect the World Statistics Congress to offer a platform where research is shared, new projects are presented, networking opportunities, and more.
It was an amazing World Statistics Congress 2023!
The World Statistics Congress 2023 ended with a fantastic week.
The World Statistics Congress 2023 ended with a fantastic week.
64th ISI World Statistics Congress
Ottawa hosted the 64th ISI World Statistics Congress, 16-20 July 2023. The four-day Congress, took place at the Shaw Centre in Ottawa. The congress brought together over 1,500 delegates from 106 countries.
A total of 250 scientific sessions, comprising 189 Invited Paper Sessions, 22 Special Topic Sessions and 87 Contributed Paper Sessions and 10 Poster Sessions, were organised. In addition, some 40 administrative meetings, exhibitions and a number of social functions and side events were arranged.
A total of 250 scientific sessions, comprising 189 Invited Paper Sessions, 22 Special Topic Sessions and 87 Contributed Paper Sessions and 10 Poster Sessions, were organised. In addition, some 40 administrative meetings, exhibitions and a number of social functions and side events were arranged.
Regional Statistics Conferences
The International Statistical Institute Regional Statistics Conferences are held on odd numbered years. International Statistical Institute Regional Statistical Conferences aim to bring statistical value to a region by:
- Increasing awareness of ISI in the region, and promoting regional and individual participation in ISI.
- Promoting and advancing regional cooperation and development in statistics.
Encouraging the participation of early career statisticians and data scientists in the region.
These conferences are excellent opportunities exchange knowledge, to network with colleagues and stay current with the latest trends in statistics.
- Increasing awareness of ISI in the region, and promoting regional and individual participation in ISI.
- Promoting and advancing regional cooperation and development in statistics.
Encouraging the participation of early career statisticians and data scientists in the region.
These conferences are excellent opportunities exchange knowledge, to network with colleagues and stay current with the latest trends in statistics.
3rd ISI Regional Statistics Conference
The joint 17th Conference of the International Association for Official Statistics and the 3rd International Statistical Institute Regional Statistics Conference was held in Livingstone, Zambia from 4-6 April 2023.
The conference provided:
- A forward-looking prospectus for statistics to help improve decision-making over the next 10 years.
- An opportunity to bring together diverse communities to foster innovation and partnership.
- A focus on Africa through Agenda 2063 and the Sustainable Development Goals.
The conference also has a strong focus on capacity building in Zambia and across the region.
The conference provided:
- A forward-looking prospectus for statistics to help improve decision-making over the next 10 years.
- An opportunity to bring together diverse communities to foster innovation and partnership.
- A focus on Africa through Agenda 2063 and the Sustainable Development Goals.
The conference also has a strong focus on capacity building in Zambia and across the region.
The conference was jointly organized by the IAOS, ISI and ZamStats, the National Statistical Office of Zambia.
65th ISI World Statistics Congress
From 5 to 9 October, the 65th ISI World Statistics Congress will take place in The Hague, The Netherlands. Many experts from all over the world will gather and speak about the latest developments in the field of statistics.
The International Statistical Institute is proud to host this exclusive and prime statistical event in the International City of Peace and Justice. By providing statistical experts with a platform and enabling professionals to meet one another, we help to facilitate the exchange and development of knowledge and ideas within the statistical community.
The International Statistical Institute is proud to host this exclusive and prime statistical event in the International City of Peace and Justice. By providing statistical experts with a platform and enabling professionals to meet one another, we help to facilitate the exchange and development of knowledge and ideas within the statistical community.
→ See you in The Hague in 2025
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66th ISI World Statistics Congress: Busan
We are are delighted to annouce that our 66th ISI World Statistics Congress is planned for 11-15 July 2027 in Busan, Republic of Korea.