Historical chart and dataset showing Russia literacy rate by year from 1989 to 2021.

Adult literacy rate of Russian Federation remained constant at 100.0 % over the last 1 years. Adult (15+) literacy rate (%). Total is the percentage of the population age 15 and above who can, with understanding, read and write a short, simple statement on their everyday life. Generally, ‘literacy’ also encompasses ‘numeracy’, the ability to make simple arithmetic calculations. This indicator is calculated by dividing the number of literates aged 15 years and over by the corresponding age group population and multiplying the result by 100.

Russia: Male literacy rate, ages 15-24: The latest value from 2021 is 100 percent, unchanged from 100 percent in 2010. In comparison, the world average is 94.32 percent, based on data from 58 countries. Historically, the average for Russia from 1989 to 2021 is 100 percent. The minimum value, 100 percent, was reached in 1989 while the maximum of 100 percent was recorded in 1989.

The digital literacy index in Russia has been stable in recent years, measuring at ** points in 2024. An increase in digital literacy in 2020 was attributed to the COVID-19 pandemic, as the population developed skills to use the internet and online services during the lockdown.

Russia: Literacy rate: The latest value from 2021 is 100 percent, unchanged from 100 percent in 2010. In comparison, the world average is 86.53 percent, based on data from 48 countries. Historically, the average for Russia from 1989 to 2021 is 99.25 percent. The minimum value, 98 percent, was reached in 1989 while the maximum of 100 percent was recorded in 2010.

The aggregate digital literacy index of Russians reached 71 percent in 2023. The highest score received by Russian respondents was in information literacy, at 73 percent, while the lowest performance was recorded in digital content creation.

In 2023, the share of rural residents with low digital skills among those aged 15 years and older in Russia was around 12 percentage points higher than among urban inhabitants. In both area types, the low skill level prevailed among the population.

The positions of Russia in the PISA global ranking of countries by literacy of 15-year-old students decreased in 2018 for all three categories under consideration compared to 2015. While in 2015, the country ranked 23rd by mathematical skills among 70 participating countries, in 2018, it received the 30th place among 79 countries. The number of score points received for each subject also decreased between 2015 and 2018.

As of the first quarter of 2019, Russians between 18 and 21 years old showed the highest levels of digital literacy in each category, receiving the aggregate index score of 82 points. The population aged 55 years and older was given 53 index points in information literacy. The aggregate digital literacy index in Russia saw an increase in each category by 2020.

Abstract

The Russia Financial Literacy diagnostic survey was undertaken as part of the preparation for the World Bank supported Russia Financial literacy and Financial education program in 2008.

The survey was conducted by the National Agency for Financial Studies (NAFS) in 2008 by request of the World Bank.

The national representative survey was aimed to provide information on the initial level of financial literacy (i.e. financial planning and managing debt, attitudes to/understanding of personal responsibilities and consumer rights in the area of financial services, knowledge of financial products/services, etc.). The survey asked basic questions on features of financial behavior, attitudes to and demand for financial education of the Russian population.

Geographic coverage

National

Analysis unit

Household, Individual

Kind of data

Sample survey data [ssd]

Mode of data collection

Face-to-face [f2f]

This dataset tracks annual reading and language arts proficiency from 2011 to 2022 for Russia Local School District vs. Ohio

Fédération de Russie: Female literacy rate, ages 15-24: Pour cet indicateur, UNESCO fournit des données pour la Fédération de Russie de 1989 à 2021. La valeur moyenne pour Fédération de Russie pendant cette période était de 100 pour cent avec un minimum de 100 pour cent en 1989 et un maximum de 100 pour cent en 1989.

Around two thirds of Russian adults read books for self-development, according to a survey from 2022. Furthermore, more than half of respondents read books for entertainment.

The digital literacy index of Russian school teachers reached 87 percent in 2018. Most school teachers in the country demonstrated a high level of information and computer literacy, recorded at 93 and 92 percent, respectively.

BackgroundHealth literacy (HL) is considered to be an important precondition for health. HL research often identifies migrants as vulnerable for low HL. However, in-depth data on HL among migrants especially in its domains of health care, disease prevention and health promotion and its determinants are still scarce.ObjectiveThe aim of this study was therefore to analyse the current status of HL among migrants and their descendants from Turkey and from the former Soviet Union (FSU) in Germany and factors associated with it. This has not been studied using large-scale data and bilingual interviews. We differentiate between dimensions of HL, namely the domains of health care, disease prevention and health promotion which goes beyond many previous studies. In addition, we explore new mechanisms by testing the explanatory power of self-efficacy and interethnic contacts for migrants' HL.MethodsThe study includes 825 first- and second-generation adult migrants from two of the largest immigration groups in Germany, from Turkey and FSU, who were interviewed face-to-face in German, Turkish or Russian in late summer 2020. HL was measured using the HLS19-Q47 instrument. Age, gender, educational level, social status and financial deprivation, chronic illness, health-related literacy skills, self-efficacy, interethnic contacts, migration generation, duration of stay and region of origin were considered as possible determinants. Ordinary least square regressions were estimated.ResultsThe average general HL score was 65.5. HL in health promotion and disease prevention was lower than in health care. Low financial deprivation, health-related literacy skills, and self-efficacy were positively correlated with each HL domain. Educational level, social status, age, gender, duration of stay and interethnic contacts were positively correlated with HL in some domains. Region of origin was only correlated with the domain of disease prevention until interethnic contact was accounted for.ConclusionOur study contributes to the existing knowledge by analyzing different domains of HL and testing its correlations with self-efficacy and interethnic contact among migrants. We reveal that migrants cannot generally be considered as vulnerable for low HL, as oftentimes outlined. There is a need for interventions e.g. to enhance the understanding of health information among subgroups with lower HL.

The survey is the follow-up of the Diagnostic Review on Consumer Protection and Financial Literacy conducted by the World Bank in 2008-2009. The Diagnostic Review in Romania was the fourth in a World Bank-sponsored pilot program to assess consumer protection and financial literacy in developing and middle-income countries.1 The objectives of this Review were three-fold to: (1) refine a set of good practices for assessing consumer protection and financial literacy, including financial literacy; (2) conduct a review of the existing rules and practices in Romania compared to the good practices; and (3) provide recommendations on ways to improve consumer protection and financial literacy in Romania. The Diagnostic Review was prepared at the request of the National Authority for Consumers' Protection (ANPC), whose request was endorsed by the Ministry of Economy and Finance. Support was provided by the National Bank of Romania (BNR), which supervises banks and non-bank credit institutions. Further assistance was given by the supervisory commissions for securities (CNVM), insurance (CSA) and private pensions (CSSPP). The Diagnostic Review found that the basic foundations needed for consumer protection and financial literacy are in place in Romania but they benefit from further strengthening support. The Review proposes improvements in six areas: consumer awareness, information and disclosure for consumers, professional competence, dispute resolution, financial education and financial literacy surveys. Consequently, in 2010 the World Bank commissioned a nation-wide survey of the levels of financial literacy. A consultant (sociologist Manuela Sofia Stanculescu) developed the survey methodology (sampling methodology and questionnaire) in line with the Financial Literacy Survey in Russia (the World Bank, 2008) and the baseline survey Financial Capability in the UK (Financial Services Authority, 2005).2 The final form of the questionnaire was agreed with representatives of the National Bank of Romania (BNR), the Romanian Banking Institute (IBR), the National Authority for Consumers' Protection (ANPC), and the Financial Companies Association in Romania (ALB). The Institute for World Economy (Romanian Academy) collected the data in May 2010. The main objective of this work is the establishment (and later the evaluation) of a well targeted national program of financial education.

The study examines the representations of sex and sexuality among adults over 18 years of age. The survey included a socio-demographic questionnaire, a test on knowledge of male and female anatomy and physiology, the basics of STDs, methods of contraception and other questions on the topic of sex and sexuality. We publish the dataset itself and corresponding files: (1) Sexual Literacy Study - Dataset_27.09.2021.csv (the dataset, available by request, please fill the request form to gain access); (2) Sexual Literacy Study - Variables.xlsx (questionnaire and variables codification); (3) Sexual Literacy Study - Dataset_27.09.2021_Description.txt (information about the dataset size, collection dates etc.); (4) Sexual Literacy Study - Data Use Agreement.pdf (terms of use); (5) Sexual Literacy Study - Data Use Agreement_RU.pdf (terms of use in Russian); (6) Sexual Literacy Study - Informed Consent Form.pdf (informed consent); (7) Sexual Literacy Study - Informed Consent Form_RU.pdf (informed consent in Russian); (8) Sexual Literacy Study - Data Management Plan.pdf (the plan of data collection).

In 2021, almost 45 percent of Russians were assigned a low level of digital competence, while approximately a quarter only had a basic level in using digital devices and computer software. Furthermore, roughly 17 percent did not use the internet in the past three months.

Abstract

Financial services sector, like other economic sectors of Azerbaijan, has been characterized with fast development rate. Banking, insurance and post services hold leading positions among those services. Individuals are one of the major consumers of those services. Thus, more than 3.6 million people already use payment cards and about 500,000 people take consumer credits. Increase of financial literacy and better protection of consumer rights contribute to more efficient access of population to financial services. First of all, current status of financial literacy of population should be studied and problems revealed, to this end.

Increase of financial literacy and better protection of consumer rights became more urgent issues over the last decade. Fast integration of Azerbaijan into the world economy made it necessary to study those issues and implement appropriate measures in the country.

In view of the above mentioned facts, the Central Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan, World Bank and SECO decided to carry out a financial literacy research of the population. The main objective of that project was to conduct a "Financial Literacy Survey", create a Single Database and prepare a Report reflecting outcomes of the survey.

Geographic coverage

The survey covered Baku (including 11 administrative districts), Ganja, Sumgait, Shirvan, Khirdalan, Sheki, Lankaran, Yevlakh, Nakhchivan, Guba, Gusar, Aghsu, Bilesuvar, Berde, Tovuz, Masalli cities, 2 settlements and 37 villages (see: table 1.1 of the survey report). 54% of survey participants live in urban (Baku- 23%) and 46% in rural areas. This is a similar pattern to the national demographic status.

Analysis unit

Household, individual

Universe

The survey was carried out among people above 18 years old (18 also included) (except for those not capable of being interviewed) with the latest birthday date within a year.

Kind of data

Sample survey data [ssd]

Sampling procedure

Definition of sampling frame and scale

1200 respondents were defined as a sample frame in 8 economic regions (2 economic regions of the country are under occupation) and Baku city. The main reason for conducting the survey among 1200 respondents is to ensure representativeness and financial feasibility of the project. Urban and rural ratio was set at 54% and 46% in line with statistic indicators. For detailed information see Table 1.1 of the survey report.

Preparation of the survey plan and implementation of survey sampling

Sampling was carried out at 2 stages: i) at the first stage, it was conducted while taking into account distribution of population by capital city, other urban and rural areas and economic regions with preliminary sampling units being street and villages (each preliminary sampling unit includes 15 respondents); ii) At the second stage, streets within the sampled cities and villages within economic regions were randomly selected. For example, according to results of the first stage of the sampling, a survey should be carried out among 45 respondents in Guba region and 15 respondents should be selected in urban areas and 30 respondents in rural areas. In view of the fact that primary sampling unit consists 15 respondents, 1 street within Guba town or its settlements and 2 villages among rural areas should be randomly selected.

Mode of data collection

Face-to-face [f2f]

Research instrument

The questionnaire was prepared based on the analogical questionnaire used in Russia and submitted by the Central Bank. The questionnaire was translated into Azerbaijani language, questions were adjusted to the country context, irrelevant questions were removed and new ones introduced. Meetings were arranged with representatives of the Central Bank and other relevant organizations, as well as their comments were discussed through e-mail during the preparation period of the questionnaire. The final version of the questionnaire was consisted of 65 questions and mainly covered such issues as registration of household's income and expenditures, financial awareness, financial literacy on basic calculations, violation of consumer rights during the use of financial services, access to financials services, payments cards and socio-demographic status of respondents. The questionnaire was prepared in Azerbaijani language and then, translated into English.

Cleaning operations

Entering and cleaning data, and creation of a Single Database

An operator entered and analyzed data through relevant software (SPSS). All questionnaires were coded during the entering process of data. An database specialist undertook additional control and regulation works to clean data. A Single Database was checked through preliminary analysis after major logic examination.

A Single Database was created at SPSS software based on questions of the questionnaire. Answers given by 1207 respondents were entered into the Single Database.

In January 2023, 61 percent of survey respondents in Russia stated that they used the internet as a news source over the past month. Four years ago, that share was measured at 13 percent lower. The most popular online news channels in the country were search engines.