Index
In the case of Timor-Leste, the foundations of women’s safety, as measured through the baseline dimensions (Equity, Protection, Resources) of the Women’s Safety Index (WSI), increased 27 index points, from 36 in 1995 to 63 in 2024.
Timor-Leste
Compared globally, Timor-Leste’s baseline safety index value falls within the mid-quartiles of countries assessed.
Dimensions
The Equity dimension has decreased over 2016-2021, suggesting deterioration in the institutions and structures that support women’s safety.
Shocks
Timor-Leste is primarily impacted by disasters, characterised by its infrequent impacts on women’s safety and service accessibility. The major shock event consisted of a tropical cyclone in 2021, affecting 10% of the population.
Compare Countries in Region
See below to compare Timor-Leste against other countries in the region of East Asia & Pacific.