Index
In the case of Argentina, 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 77 in 1995 to 65 in 2024.
Argentina
Compared globally, Argentina’s baseline safety index value falls within the mid-quartiles of countries assessed.
Dimensions
The Protection dimension has decreased over 2002-2007, suggesting deterioration in institutions and structures that support women’s safety.
Shocks
Argentina is primarily impacted by disasters, characterised by its recurrent impacts on women’s safety and service accessibility. Major shock events consisted of lightening/thunderstorms in 2024 (affecting 0.9% of the population) and riverine floods in 2013 and 2001.
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