Index
In the case of Bangladesh, the foundations of women’s safety, as measured through the baseline dimensions (Equity, Protection, Resources) of the Women’s Safety Index (WSI), increased 23 index points, from 36 in 1995 to 59 to 2024.
Bangladesh
Compared globally, Bangladesh’s baseline safety index value falls within the mid-quartiles of countries assessed.
Dimensions
The Resources dimension has increased over time, suggesting steady improvement, in the institutions and structures that support women’s safety.
Shocks
Bangladesh is primarily impacted by intense conflict characterised by its recurrent impacts on women’s safety and service accessibility. Major shock events consisted of conflict in 2017 (affecting 47% of the population) and a riverine flood in 2004 (affecting 25% of the population).
Compare Countries in Region
See below to compare Bangladesh against other countries in the region of South Asia.