Index
In the case of the Philippines, the foundations of women’s safety, as measured through the baseline dimensions (Equity, Protection, Resources) of the Women’s Safety Index (WSI), increased 14 index points, from 55 in 1995 to 69 in 2024.
Philippines
Compared globally, Philippines’ 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
The Philippines is primarily impacted by intense conflict, characterised by its prolonged impacts on women’s safety and service accessibility. Major shock events consisted of conflict in 2002 (affecting 93% of the population) and a tropical cyclone in 2013 (affecting 15% of the population).
Compare Countries in Region
See below to compare the Philippines against other countries in the region of East Asia & Pacific.