Index
In the case of Nicaragua, 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 53 in 1995 to 66 in 2024.
Nicaragua
Compared globally, Nicaragua’s baseline safety index value falls within the mid-quartiles of countries assessed.
Dimensions
The Equity dimension has decreased over 2012-2014, suggesting deterioration in institutions and structures that support women’s safety.
Shocks
Nicaragua is primarily impacted by disasters, characterised by its recurrent impacts on women’s safety and service accessibility. Major shock events consisted of tropical cyclones in 2020 (affecting 13% of the population) and 2007.
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