Index
In the case of Kazakhstan, the foundation of women’s safety, as measured through the baseline dimensions (Equity, Protection, Resources) of the Women’s Safety Index (WSI), increased 12 index points, from 63 in 1995 to 75 in 2024.
Kazakhstan
Compared globally, Kazakhstan’s baseline safety index value falls within the mid-quartiles of countries assessed.
Dimensions
The Resources dimension has decreased over 2014-2016, suggesting deterioration in institutions and structures that support women’s safety.
Shocks
Kazakhstan is primarily impacted by disasters, characterised by its infrequent impacts on women’s safety and service accessibility. Major shock events consisted of a flood in 2024 (affecting 0.6% of the population) and ground movement in 2003 (affecting 0.2% of the population).
Compare Countries in Region
See below to compare Kazakhstan against other countries in the region of Europe & Central Asia.