Global Number of Self-Employed Persons in Human Health and Social Work Activities Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))

The global landscape of self-employed persons in human health and social work activities saw diverse year-on-year trends in 2023, with notable increases in France (2.17%), the United Kingdom (2.56%), and Luxembourg (3.71%), offset by declines in the United States (-1.73%) and Japan (-0.74%). Colombia saw significant growth (5.7%), while Ireland faced a notable decrease (-2.47%). Cumulatively, these variations suggest a mixed picture, with certain European and Latin American countries experiencing positive shifts, while others, particularly in North America and Asia, encountered declines.

Future trends to watch include potential repercussions from technological advancements and telehealth growth which could influence self-employment demographics. Market dynamics in aging populations could drive more focus towards human health and social work sectors globally, especially in countries with growing healthcare demands. Additionally, policy changes and economic conditions might either constrain or bolster the self-employed segment in this field across different regions.