Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS) is an international survey programme developed by UNICEF since the 1990s, with the goal of collecting data on the situation of children and women.
The full name is Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS), and it is conducted every five years.
In Montenegro, the survey is implemented by the Statistical Office (MONSTAT) in cooperation with UNICEF.
Purpose of the survey
MICS provides reliable data on the living conditions of children, women, and families. The results are used to monitor the country’s progress toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), as well as to support creation and evaluation of public policies that contribute to improving the quality of life in Montenegro.
More information on the global MICS programme is available at:
More information on UNICEF activities in Montenegro:
How the survey is conducted
Interviewers of the Statistical Office visit households across Montenegro. The sample is two-stage and stratified, and representative for the entire country.
In addition to the main survey, a special survey is conducted in Roma settlements.
Questionnaire content
The questionnaires cover topics related to:
- Household characteristics, sanitation, hygiene, and access to water;
- Water quality testing;
- Education;
- Health of children and women;
- Anthropometry of children of specific age groups;
- Tobacco use;
- Time use;
- And other related topics.
Data Confidentiality
All collected data are strictly confidential, and are only used for statistical purposes.
Statistical Office is legally obliged to protect citizens’ privacy and maintain the confidentiality of all information.
Data collection and publication of results
Field data collection will be carried out starting from 20 October 2025.
Results will be published after the completion of data processing.
Contact
For additional information, citizens, media, and other interested parties may contact the Statistical Office:
020/230-811
contact@monstat.org | mediji@monstat.org
