Lithuania

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

Index

In the case of Lithuania, the foundation of women’s safety, as measured through the baseline dimensions (Equity, Protection, Resources) of the Women’s Safety Index (WSI), increased 11 index points, from 71 in 1995 to 82 in 2024.

Dimensions

The Equity dimension has increased over 2004-2007, suggesting improvement in institutions and structures that support women’s safety.

Shocks

Lithuania is primarily impacted by disasters, characterised by its infrequent impacts on women’s safety and service accessibility. The major shock event consisted of a cold wave in 2001.

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