Violence Against Women Perceptions Index

The purpose of the Violence Against Women Perceptions Index is to provide a subjective measure of the magnitude of the problem in a given country as perceived by its inhabitants.

Question asked: How big of a problem is violence against women in the country where you live? Take this survey.

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Rank	Country	Average
1	Dominican Republic	7.69
2	Namibia	7.54
3	Guatemala	7.42
4	South Africa	7.39
5	Honduras	7.29
6	Bolivia	7.20
7	Puerto Rico	7.10
8	India	7.10
9	Colombia	6.91
10	Peru	6.89
11	Turkey	6.86
12	Nicaragua	6.81
13	El Salvador	6.80
14	Zambia	6.70
15	Mexico	6.53
16	Argentina	6.49
17	Egypt	6.39
18	Jamaica	6.31
19	Paraguay	6.31
20	Ecuador	6.29
21	Chile	6.24
22	Nepal	6.15
23	Aruba	6.15
24	Brazil	6.11
25	Uruguay	6.01
26	Spain	6.00
27	Venezuela	5.99
28	Madagascar	5.92
29	Bangladesh	5.92
30	Lebanon	5.90
31	Belize	5.87
32	Angola	5.86
33	Pakistan	5.85
34	Trinidad and Tobago	5.82
35	Afghanistan	5.81
36	Costa Rica	5.79
37	Cote d'Ivoire	5.79
38	Panama	5.77
39	Uganda	5.70
40	Kenya	5.69
41	Morocco	5.67
42	Mauritius	5.62
43	Tanzania	5.61
44	Zimbabwe	5.57
45	Cambodia	5.56
46	Cameroon	5.53
47	Vietnam	5.53
48	Italy	5.45
49	Nigeria	5.41
50	Philippines	5.40
51	Ethiopia	5.35
52	Albania	5.28
53	Bahamas, The	5.26
54	Saudi Arabia	5.22
55	Indonesia	5.20
56	Algeria	5.13
57	Armenia	5.11
58	Iran	5.10
59	Sri Lanka	5.04
60	Azerbaijan	5.03
61	Tunisia	5.02
62	Japan	4.92
63	Thailand	4.86
64	France	4.84
65	Austria	4.64
66	Ghana	4.64
67	Malaysia	4.61
68	New Zealand	4.61
69	Bahrain	4.60
70	Korea, South	4.53
71	Romania	4.49
72	Portugal	4.49
73	China	4.47
74	Macedonia	4.29
75	United States	4.27
76	Russia	4.14
77	Lithuania	4.12
78	Australia	4.07
79	Ukraine	3.98
80	Belgium	3.91
81	United Arab Emirates	3.76
82	United Kingdom	3.72
83	Sweden	3.58
84	Greece	3.55
85	Bulgaria	3.50
86	Hungary	3.49
87	Ireland	3.46
88	Canada	3.45
89	Cuba	3.44
90	Germany	3.39
91	Finland	3.19
92	Hong Kong	3.09
93	Switzerland	3.06
94	Poland	3.00
95	Norway	2.85
96	Czech Republic	2.74
97	Netherlands	2.46
98	Denmark	2.43
99	Singapore	2.41

Problem Explanation

Violence against women is a pervasive issue that has profound consequences for individuals and society. Here are key reasons why violence against women is considered a problem:

Violation of Human Rights: Violence against women constitutes a gross violation of their basic human rights, including the right to life, dignity, and security of person.
Physical and Psychological Impact: Women who experience violence may suffer severe physical injuries and endure lasting psychological trauma, affecting their overall well-being and quality of life.
Gender Inequality: Violence against women is rooted in gender inequality, perpetuating discriminatory attitudes and reinforcing harmful stereotypes that contribute to the subjugation of women in society.
Undermining Women's Empowerment: Violence hinders efforts to empower women by limiting their ability to participate fully in social, economic, and political spheres. Fear of violence can restrict women's freedom and opportunities for education and employment.
Impact on Children: Children who witness violence against their mothers may suffer long-term psychological consequences, perpetuating a cycle of violence and negatively affecting the next generation.
Barriers to Reporting: Fear of reprisals, societal stigma, and inadequate support systems often create barriers to reporting incidents of violence, making it difficult for victims to seek help and justice.
Legal and Judicial Challenges: Inadequate legal frameworks, lenient enforcement, and cultural norms that condone violence against women can contribute to a lack of accountability for perpetrators.
Health Consequences: Violence against women is associated with a range of physical and mental health issues, including injuries, sexually transmitted infections, and increased risk of chronic health conditions.
Societal and Economic Costs: The societal and economic costs of violence against women are substantial, including the burden on healthcare systems, reduced productivity, and the perpetuation of cycles of poverty.
Global Impact: Violence against women is recognized as a global issue that transcends borders. Addressing this problem is crucial for fostering international cooperation and promoting human rights on a global scale.

Addressing violence against women requires a comprehensive and coordinated effort involving legal reforms, awareness campaigns, support services, and education to challenge harmful gender norms and promote a culture of respect and equality.