Index
In the case of Bolivia, the foundation of women’s safety, as measured through the baseline dimensions (Equity, Protection, Resources) of the Women’s Safety Index (WSI), increased 23 index points, from 50 in 1995 to 74 in 2024.
Bolivia
Compared globally, Bolivia’s baseline safety index value falls within the mid-quartiles of countries assessed.
Dimensions
The Resources dimension has increased over 2005-2024, suggesting steady improvement in institutions and structures that support women’s safety.
Shocks
Bolivia is primarily impacted by disasters, characterised by its prolonged impacts on women’s safety and service accessibility. Major shock events consisted of a riverine flood in 2008 (affecting 5% of the population) and a flood in 2022.
Compare Countries
See below to compare Bolivia against other countries in the region of Latin America & Caribbean.