Afghanistan

Compared globally, Afghanistan’s baseline safety index value falls within the lowest quartile of countries assessed.

Index

In the case of Afghanistan, the foundations of women’s safety, as measured through the baseline dimensions (Equity, Protection, Resources) of the Women’s Safety Index (WSI), increased 18 index points, from 22 in 1995 to 40 to 2024.

Dimensions

The Equity dimension has decreased over 2008-2024, suggesting deterioration in the institutions and structures that support women’s safety.

Shocks

Afghanistan is primarily impacted by intense conflict, characterised by its prolonged impacts on women’s safety and service accessibility.

Compare Countries in Region

See below to compare Afghanistan against other countries in the region of East Asia & Pacific.