Belgium

Compared globally, Belgium’s baseline safety index value falls within the top quartile of countries assessed.

Index

In the case of Belgium, the foundation of women’s safety, as measured through the baseline dimensions (Equity, Protection, Resources) of the Women’s Safety Index (WSI), increased 10 index points, from 73 in 1995 to 83 in 2024.

Dimensions

The Resources dimension has decreased over 2014-2017, suggesting deterioration in institutions and structures that support women’s safety.

Shocks

Belgium is primarily impacted by intense conflict, characterised by its infrequent impacts on women’s safety and service accessibility.

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See below to compare Belgium against other countries in the region of Europe & Central Asia.