The GID-DB is a database providing researchers and policymakers with key data on gender-based discrimination in social institutions. This data helps analyse women’s empowerment and understand gender gaps in other key areas of development.
Covering 180 countries and territories, the GID-DB contains comprehensive information on legal, cultural and traditional practices that discriminate against women and girls.
OECD Development Centre
See metadata for individual variables
180 countries, all regions of the world
Social institutions related to gender inequality
See methodology and country notes at:
The GID-DB is a database providing researchers and policymakers with key data on gender-based discrimination in social institutions. This data helps analyse women’s empowerment and understand gender gaps in other key areas of development.
Covering 180 countries and territories, the GID-DB contains comprehensive information on legal, cultural and traditional practices that discriminate against women and girls.
OECD Development Centre
See metadata for individual variables
180 countries, all regions of the world
Social institutions related to gender inequality
See methodology and country notes at: