Index
In the case of Brazil, 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 62 in 1995 to 74 in 2024.
Brazil
Compared globally, Brazil’s baseline safety index value falls within the mid-quartiles of countries assessed.
Dimensions
The Resources dimension has decreased over 2014-2017, suggesting deterioration in institutions and structures that support women’s safety.
Shocks
Brazil is primarily impacted by disasters, characterised by its prolonged impacts on women’s safety and service accessibility. Major shock events consisted of a flood in 2024 (affecting 1% of the population) and riverine floods in 2008 and 2009.
Compare Countries
See below to compare Brazil against other countries in the region of Latin America & Caribbean.