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UNICEF—Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS) plus MICS AIDS Module

Overview
The MICS methodology was developed by UNICEF to support governments and other partners in measuring progress for children and women at the end of the decade. MICS surveys are designed to measure 19 of the 27 World Summit for Children goals, additional child rights indicators, and indicators covering emerging priorities for UNICEF, including HIV/AIDS. The HIV/AIDS module is for all women between the ages of 15 and 49. There is a MICS survey plus an additional MICS AIDS Module.

Methodology/validity
Indicators measured include: knowledge, stigma and discrimination, HIV voluntary counseling and testing, and impact on children affected by AIDS. The MICS questionnaire is available in English, French, Spanish,  Arabic, and Russian.

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This page updated 21 August 2006

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