Paraguay: Women political empowerment

The latest value from 2022 is 0.706 index points, an increase from 0.68 index points in 2020. In comparison, the world average is 0.729 index points, based on data from 171 countries. Historically, the average for Paraguay from 1960 to 2022 is 0.42 index points. The minimum value, 0.142 index points, was reached in 1960 while the maximum of 0.721 index points was recorded in 2009. See the global rankings for that indicator or use the country comparator to compare trends over time.

Definition: Measures fundamental civil liberties, women’s open discussion of political issues and participation in civil society organizations, and the representation of women in formal political positions.