Index
In the case of Algeria, the foundation of women’s safety, as measured through the baseline dimensions (Equity, Protection, Resources) of the Women’s Safety Index (WSI), increased 7 index points, from 54 in 1995 to 61 in 2024.
Algeria
Compared globally, Algeria’s baseline safety index value falls within the mid-quartiles of countries assessed.
Dimensions
The Resources dimension has decreased over 2014-2019, suggesting deterioration in institutions and structures that support women’s safety.
Shocks
Algeria is primarily impacted by intense conflict, characterised by its prolonged impacts on women’s safety and service accessibility. The major shock event consisted of a cold wave in 2019, affecting 0.3% of the population.
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See below to compare Algeria against other countries in the region of Middle East & North Africa.