Index
In the case of Aotearoa New Zealand, the foundations of women’s safety, as measured through the baseline dimensions (Equity, Protection, Resources) of the Women’s Safety Index (WSI), increased 7 index points, from 77 in 1995 to 84 in 2024.
New Zealand
Compared globally, New Zealand’s baseline safety index value falls within the top quartile of countries assessed.
Dimensions
The Equity dimension has increased over 2020-2023, suggesting improvement in the institutions and structures that support women’s safety.
Shocks
New Zealand is primarily impacted by disasters, characterised by its infrequent impacts on women’s safety and service accessibility. The major shock event consisted of ground movement in 2011, affecting 6% of the population.
Compare Countries in Region
See below to compare New Zealand against other countries in the region of East Asia & Pacific.