Demographic Information and Community Profiles

The video provides an overview of Profile ID, a community planning resource that uses data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics to create user-friendly community profiles. These profiles, developed with local governments in Australia and New Zealand, offer demographic information such as population, age, ethnicity, and more. The profiles help answer key questions about community characteristics and changes, and they can be used in reports and presentations. Additional resources and support are available for further analysis and decision-making.

What is the primary purpose of Profile ID?

• To sell real estate

• To offer travel guides

• To assist in community planning

• To provide entertainment

Which organization provides the data used by Profile ID?

• World Health Organization

• NASA

• Australian Bureau of Statistics

• United Nations

How many community profiles are available through Profile ID?

• Over 250

• Over 500

• Over 100

• Over 1000

What can you search for within each community profile?

• Historical landmarks

• Weather forecasts

• Areas and topics

• Local events

Which of the following is NOT included in the demographic information of a community profile?

• Ethnicity

• Population age structure

• Household structure

• Favorite sports

What tools are provided to help communicate demographic information?

• Maps, tables, and charts

• Games and quizzes

• Books and articles

• Videos and podcasts

What type of decisions can community profiles help with?

• Selecting movie genres

• Fashion trends

• Evidence-based decisions for services and infrastructure

• Choosing vacation destinations

What additional resources does ID provide?

• Social atmos population forecasts and economic profiles

• Music playlists

• Cooking recipes

• Travel itineraries

Who can you contact for more information about demographic storytelling?

• Sports coaches

• Travel agents

• ID's population and economic consultants

• Local artists

What is the ultimate goal of using community profiles?

• To entertain the public

• To shape the future of the community

• To increase tourism

• To sell products