Israel's Central Bureau of Statistics Revises Ultra-Orthodox Employment Data Amid Rising Workforce Participation
Translated & summarized from Channel 13 by baba
Israel's Central Bureau of Statistics updated its measurement method, reporting 56% employment among ultra-Orthodox men, higher than before but still below the 2030 target of 65%.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- CBS updated its employment measurement method in 2022, affecting ultra-Orthodox employment data.
- 56% of ultra-Orthodox men are now reported employed, higher than previous figures.
- The 65% employment target for 2030 remains unmet according to the new data.
- The update reflects a professional methodological change, not a sudden employment increase.
- Accurate labor data is vital for policy and social integration efforts.
- The report was publicized by Channel 13 News with expert commentary.
The Israeli Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS) recently published updated data indicating that 56% of ultra-Orthodox Jewish men are employed, a figure higher than previously reported. This revision stems from a methodological update made in 2022, which CBS officials clarified was a professional adjustment rather than a change in actual employment trends. Despite this upward revision, the CBS noted that the government's target of achieving 65% employment among the ultra-Orthodox population by 2030 remains distant. The data highlights ongoing challenges and progress in integrating the ultra-Orthodox community into Israel's labor market. The CBS's update reflects efforts to improve the accuracy of labor statistics, which are crucial for policy planning and assessing social-economic integration. The report was covered by Channel 13 News and included commentary on the implications of the new measurement approach for understanding employment trends within this demographic.
