The Royal Statistical Society (RSS) in the United Kingdom, encompassing statisticians and data analysts, boasts a membership exceeding 10 thousand statisticians worldwide. RSS advocates for heightened awareness of the pivotal role of statistics and data in society, underscoring their significance in informing institutional and governmental policies to facilitate evidence-based decision-making, thereby minimizing the risk of errors or failures.

About Royal Statistical Society (RSS)

Founded in 1834, the Royal Statistical Society (RSS) stands as one of the foremost organizations dedicated to championing the significance of publishing and disseminating authentic statistics and data. RSS endeavors to foster a world reliant on comprehensive and precise data across all sectors of life to achieve optimal public benefit. This commitment aligns with a set of guiding objectives that the Royal Statistical Society is steadfast in upholding without deviation.

Royal Statistical Society (RSS) Objectives

The Society boasts a rich and illustrious history as one of the premier statistical organizations globally. Since its inception in 1834 to the present day, we have been steadfast in our commitment to advancing the promotion and application of statistics for the betterment of society. The primary objectives of the Society are as follows:

  • Conduct research in various statistical domains and compile dependable data.
  • Establish a library of statistical literature, with its inaugural publication dating back to 1838.
  • Host monthly meetings for members and their guests to present and deliberate on papers.
  • Enhance the efficiency of census systems.

 

Royal Statistical Society (RSS) Services

The effectiveness of the Royal Statistical Society lies in its ability to provide accurate data and statistics across diverse fields, facilitated by its worldwide network of offices.

The founding objectives were centered on “the collection and classification of all facts illustrative of the present condition and prospects of Society, especially as it exists in the British Dominions.”

The initial committee structure and activities underscore our focus on social issues rather than mathematics. Early priorities were delineated as:

During this time, the Society developed its activities and expanded its influence by:

  • Set up study groups and sections.
  • Provide publication of our journal series.
  • Establish medals and awards.
  • Deliver professional qualifications and accreditation.

Royal Statistical Society (RSS) has always been an inclusive Society: Florence Nightingale was our first female member; she is a distinguished figure in British society and a foremost pioneer in nursing worldwide. Stella Cunliffe our first female president in 1975.

Our Young Statisticians’ Section, in Royal Statistical Society (RSS), launched in 2009, supports and brings together career-young statisticians during their first ten years in the profession.

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