The Gender Gap Index

The Gender Gap Index measures the difference between men and women in key areas such as economic participation, education, health, and political empowerment. It quantifies disparities within countries by assigning a score from 0 to 1, where 0 represents total inequality and 1 indicates full equality. This index helps identify regions where gender gaps are narrower or wider, guiding policymakers in focusing efforts on improving gender equality. By tracking changes over time, it highlights progress and ongoing challenges in achieving equal opportunities for all, regardless of gender.