Index
In the case of China, the foundations of women’s safety, as measured through the baseline dimensions (Equity, Protection, Resources) of the Women’s Safety Index (WSI), increased 16 index points, from 59 in 1995 to 75 in 2024.
China
Compared globally, China’s baseline safety index value falls within the mid-quartiles of countries assessed.
Dimensions
The Resources dimension has increased most notably, suggesting improvement in the institutions and structures that support women’s safety.
Shocks
China is primarily impacted by disasters, characterised by its prolonged impacts on women’s safety and service accessibility. Major shock events consisted of riverine floods in 2003 (affecting 11% of the population) and 2010 (affecting 10% of the population).
Compare Countries in Region
See below to compare China against other countries in the region of East Asia & Pacific.