Index
In the case of Nepal, the foundations of women’s safety, as measured through the baseline dimensions (Equity, Protection, Resources) of the Women’s Safety Index (WSI), increased 29 index points, from 34 in 1995 to 63 in 2024.
Nepal
Compared globally, Nepal’s baseline safety index value falls within the mid-quartiles of countries assessed.
Dimensions
The Equity dimension has decreased over 2009-2018, suggesting deterioration in the institutions and structures that support women’s safety.
Shocks
Nepal is primarily impacted by intense conflict, characterised by its prolonged impacts on women’s safety and service accessibility. The major shock event consisted of ground movement in 2015, affecting 20% of the population.
Compare Countries in Region
See below to compare Nepal against other countries in the region of South Asia.