Index
In the case of Mongolia, the foundations of women’s safety, as measured through the baseline dimensions (Equity, Protection, Resources) of the Women’s Safety Index (WSI), increased 13 index points, from 64 in 1995 to 77 to 2024.
Mongolia
Compared globally, Mongolia’s baseline safety index value falls within the top quartile of countries assessed.
Dimensions
The Resources dimension has increased, suggesting steady improvement in the institutions and structures that support women’s safety. Major shock events consisted of a cold wave in 2010 (affecting 29% of the population) and a storm in 2003.
Shocks
Mongolia is primarily impacted by disasters, characterised by its infrequent impacts on women’s safety and service accessibility. Major shock events consisted of a cold wave in 2010 (affecting 28% of the population) and a blizzard in 2024 (affecting 19% of the population).
Compare Countries in Region
See below to compare Mongolia against other countries in the region of East Asia & Pacific.