This paper provides initial thinking around the development of the indicator metadata sheet for indicator 16.7.1 under Target 16.7 “Ensure responsive, inclusive and representative decision making at all levels”. It should be noted from the outset that this paper only focuses on well-established global/regional data collection initiatives which 16.7.1 can build on. It does not attempt to map out the numerous country-level efforts to monitor the composition of the public sector workforce, which will instead be presented and discussed by individual NSO representatives at the EGM. The paper is envisioned to be a living document, which will be further elaborated and detailed in close cooperation with the Praia Working Group accompanying the development of this indicator.