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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

São Tomé and Príncipe - World Bank Group Country Survey 2019
Jul 08, 2020
Panama - World Bank Group Country Survey 2019
Jul 08, 2020
Niger - World Bank Group Country Survey 2019
Jul 08, 2020
Ghana - World Bank Group Country Survey 2019
Jul 08, 2020
Colombia - World Bank Group Country Survey 2019
Jul 08, 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.