Index
In the case of Germany, the foundation of women’s safety, as measured through the baseline dimensions (Equity, Protection, Resources) of the Women’s Safety Index (WSI), increased 9 index points, from 74 in 1995 to 83 in 2024.
Compared globally, Germany’s baseline safety index value falls within the top quartile of countries assessed.
In the case of Germany, the foundation of women’s safety, as measured through the baseline dimensions (Equity, Protection, Resources) of the Women’s Safety Index (WSI), increased 9 index points, from 74 in 1995 to 83 in 2024.
The Resources dimension has decreased over 2008-2010, suggesting deterioration in institutions and structures that support women’s safety.
Germany is primarily impacted by disasters, characterised by its infrequent impacts on women’s safety and service accessibility. The major shock event consisted of a flood in 2002, affecting 0.4% of the population.
See below to compare Germany against other countries in the region of Europe & Central Asia.