Index
In the case of Mexico, the foundation of women’s safety, as measured through the baseline dimensions (Equity, Protection, Resources) of the Women’s Safety Index (WSI), increased 14 index points, from 58 in 1995 to 72 in 2024.
Mexico
Compared globally, Mexico’s baseline safety index value falls within the mid-quartiles of countries assessed.
Dimensions
The Protection dimension has decreased over 2012-2019, suggesting deterioration in institutions and structures that support women’s safety.
Shocks
Mexico is primarily impacted by conflict, characterised by its infrequent impacts on women’s safety and service accessibility. Major shock events consisted of a tropical cyclone in 2005 (affecting 2% of the population) and a riverine flood in 2007.
Compare Countries
See below to compare Mexico against other countries in the region of Latin America & Caribbean.