Index
In the case of Libya, the foundation of women’s safety, as measured through the baseline dimensions (Equity, Protection, Resources) of the Women’s Safety Index (WSI), increased 9 index points, from 59 in 1995 to 68 in 2024.
Libya
Compared globally, Libya’s baseline safety index value falls within the mid-quartiles of countries assessed.
Dimensions
The Resources dimension has decreased over 2013-2017, suggesting deterioration in institutions and structures that support women’s safety.
Shocks
Libya is primarily impacted by conflict, characterised by its prolonged impacts on women’s safety and service accessibility. Major shock events consisted of conflict in 2011 (affecting 47% of the population) and a storm in 2023 (affecting 22% of the population).
Compare Countries
See below to compare Libya against other countries in the region of Middle East & North Africa.