Having good-quality data and statistics about rainbow populations can help decision-makers to understand rainbow population needs and priorities. There are still a lot of gaps in the data available.
Respectfully asking people about their sexuality, gender, sex characteristics, relationships, bodies, pronouns and names can be an important part of affirming their identity. Collecting data in inappropriate ways can increase risk of discrimination, unsafe treatment or distress.
This section shares resources and documents about rainbow population data and statistics.