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Strategic Communication Framework for Statistical Institutions

Strategic Communication Framework for Statistical Institutions

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Strategic Communications Framework for Statistical Institutions

Strategic communication is a relatively new concept for most statistical organizations, which have traditionally focused their efforts and resources on dissemination practices and systems. A strategic communication function can guide the development and implementation of a communication strategy. This has particular relevance for the world of official statistics, where communication and dissemination have traditionally focused on expert users. With the changing environment, statistical organizations must learn to communicate more effectively and directly with citizens and improve statistical literacy across all audiences.

A productive, professional communication function can help position the statistical organization to succeed in this highly competitive environment. Communication professionals can work in partnership with the statistical organization’s leadership board and staff to develop a communication strategy that supports the statistical organization’s mission, demonstrates the value of official statistics and enhances the competitive advantage offered by the statistical organization.

This publication compiles the outcome of the Strategic Communication Framework Project of the High-Level Group for the Modernisation of Official Statistics (HLG-MOS). Recognizing the importance of strategic communication, the High-level Group for the Modernisation of Official Statistics endorsed this two-year priority project.

All the components of this framework are offered as a guideline and are not intended to be prescriptive. Statistical institutions are invited to use the two phases of the framework in their entirety, or to use only those elements that help support their business needs.