Indicators help us understand if we are making progress towards the goals we collectively set. A commonly used example is gross domestic product (GDP), which is regularly reported and used to compare national economies. As with many indicators, there are debates about whether GDP is a suitable metric for its purpose. There are many factors to consider when selecting indicators.
The resources below focus on metrics about our quality of life, wellbeing and health. These measures can be used to understand the current status, set targets and judge progress.
