Time use surveys (TUS) offer a detailed portrait of how individuals spend their time, illustrating which activities people engage in and for how long.

In gender statistics, TUS represent a useful source of information for investigating the gender share of:

• paid work
• housework
• personal care
• family tasks
• leisure activities

In showing the different patterns of time-allocation associated with gender, TUS also highlight roles and conditions of women and men in family and social life.

Therefore, time use statistics can help plan policies and public services that address the actual needs of the population.

This section of the gender website presents relevant information on methods and practices of TUS, at both national and international level. It is intended to be a valuable resource for countries planning a TUS.