Living conditions in the world : inequalities are on the decline

87 % of the world population has access to drinking water. Life expectancy has increased by 21 years since the 1950s. 87% of children are in primary school. The living conditions have improved in the world, but the poorest countries are still staying (...)
“Income inequalities between the populations of the world have decreased since the early 2000s”, Interview with Branko Milanovic, Economist at the World Bank

Income inequalities have decreased in the world since the early 2000s, but they still are at a high level. Branko Milanovic, chief-economist at the World Bank, is one of the specialists on the question of income inequalities in the (...)
The Evolution of Life Expectancy in the World

Apart from southern Africa, life expectancy is increasing for the whole population in the world. However, the disparities between rich and poor populations remain significant.
Housing Problems and Access to Basic Local Services in the EU27. How Does Austria Compare ?

In 2009, 30 million people, 6% of the EU27 population, suffered from severe housing deprivation and 18% lived in overcrowded conditions. The population at risk of poverty is more affected in all the countries.
Inequality and Crisis in Europe
Inequality Watch organized with the Institute for European Studies an international conference, “Inequality and Crisis in Europe”.
Life expectancy at 65 years old in Europe

European women aged 65 years have a life expectancy of 21 years, European men of 17.4 years.
Poorer people have higher exposure to environmental hazards

The World Health Organisation (WHO) warns about the risks faced by the disadvantaged population. It also draws attention to the remarkable differences on the unequal exposure to these risks among European Union countries.
Housing Europe Review 2012

The report focuses on social housing and aims at providing a clearer picture of the way social housing systems are structured across the European Union.
Are our Society Working Fairly ? Recent Changes in Income Inequality

What is the recent evolution of income inequality in Europe ? An overview proposed by the European Commission.
L'insertion professionnelle des jeunes : de fortes inégalités selon le diplôme
Observatoire des inégalités - 2012/05/22
La durée de chômage selon le sexe et l'âge
Observatoire des inégalités - 2012/05/22
La précarité de l'emploi selon l'âge
Observatoire des inégalités - 2012/05/22
The Spirit Level Film - the campaign is live!
Home | The Equality Trust - 2012/05/21
Concours de clips vidéo "Prix jeunesse pour l'égalité"
Observatoire des inégalités - 2012/05/20
Inequality Watch, réseau européen sur les inégalités
Observatoire des inégalités - 2012/05/18
Social mobility and austerity just don't mix
Home | The Equality Trust - 2012/05/16
La pauvreté selon l'origine en Europe
Observatoire des inégalités - 2012/05/14
La pauvreté selon le type de ménage en Europe
Observatoire des inégalités - 2012/05/14
La pauvreté dans le monde
Observatoire des inégalités - 2012/05/14
« Plus l'offre est diversifiée, plus les logiques de choix des parents sont stimulées, plus la ségrégation scolaire augmente », entretien avec Pierre Merle, sociologue
Observatoire des inégalités - 2012/05/11
État de santé et recours aux soins des immigrés : une synthèse des travaux français
Observatoire des inégalités - 2012/05/10
One week left to apply - vacancy for Researcher
Home | The Equality Trust - 2012/05/04
La culture générale, outil de sélection rouillé
Observatoire des inégalités - 2012/05/02
Patrimoine : qui possède combien ?
Observatoire des inégalités - 2012/05/02