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The Microdata Library is a collection of datasets from the World Bank and other international, regional and national organizations
Global Financial Inclusion (Global Findex) Database
Living Standards Measurement Study (LSMS)
Integrated Public Use Microdata Series (IPUMS)
UNICEF Multiple Indicator Cluster Surveys (MICS)
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Latest additions

South Africa - Quarterly Labour Force Survey 2019, Quarter 4
Jun 02, 2020
South Africa - Quarterly Labour Force Survey 2019, Quarter 3
Jun 02, 2020
South Africa - Quarterly Labour Force Survey 2019, Quarter 2
Jun 02, 2020
South Africa - Victims of Crime Survey 2017-2018
Jun 02, 2020
South Africa - Victims of Crime Survey 2016-2017
Jun 02, 2020

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Quick reference Guide for Data Archivists

Formulation of microdata dissemination policies and protocols

Dissemination of Microdata Files

Formulation of microdata dissemination policies and protocols

Preserving Data

Principles and standards of good practice as applied to data preservation.