European Statistics Competition 2025-2026

ongoing

In today's world, official information is increasingly taken out of context and manipulated to create misleading narratives. Fake news spreads rapidly, shaping public perception and distorting important issues. Reliable statistics play a crucial role in evidence-based policymaking, providing governments, businesses, and the public with essential data on economic, social, and demographic trends. This project aims to enhance statistical literacy among secondary school students, equipping them with the skills to navigate a complex world and drive meaningful change in the future. Since teachers play a key role in this process, the project also focuses on building and maintaining strong partnerships with schools. Through participation in this initiative, students and teachers will strengthen their ability to utilize the State Data Agency and Eurostat databases for academic tasks. The long-term vision is to establish a recognizable ESC brand and foster a growing community of students who not only engage in the competition but also apply their knowledge of national and European statistics in their daily lives. A team of experienced professionals will lead the project, providing students with guidance in identifying trustworthy information and supporting teachers in integrating official data and statistical resources into their lessons. Many team members have successfully implemented previous editions of the ESC and are well-equipped to expand its reach.