Index
In the case of Iran, Islamic Republic, 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 58 in 1995 to 65 in 2024.
Iran, Islamic Republic
Compared globally, Iran, Islamic Republic’s baseline safety index value falls within the mid-quartiles of countries assessed.
Dimensions
The Resources dimension has increased over time, suggesting steady improvement in institutions and structures that support women’s safety.
Shocks
Iran, Islamic Republic is primarily impacted by conflict, characterised by its recurrent impacts on women’s safety and service accessibility. The major shock events consisted of conflict in 2001 (affecting 25% of the population) and a flood in 2019 (affecting 11% of the population).
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