Switzerland

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

Index

In the case of Switzerland, the foundation of women’s safety, as measured through the baseline dimensions (Equity, Protection, Resources) of the Women’s Safety Index (WSI), increased 8 index points, from 74 in 1995 to 82 in 2024.

Dimensions

The Protection dimension has decreased over 2000-2009, suggesting deterioration in institutions and structures that support women’s safety.

Shocks

We do not know whether shocks have impacted women's safety and service accessibility in Switzerland due to lack of shock-related data.

Compare Countries in Region

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