Changes on the SHI in 2023
Changes on the Social Hostilities Index (SHI) from 2022 to 2023

Note: Point changes are calculated by comparing SHI scores from year to year. Figures may not add to 100% or to subtotals indicated due to rounding.
Source: Pew Research Center analysis of external data. Refer to the Methodology for details.
“More Countries Had Elevated Levels of Social Hostilities Involving Religion in 2023”
“More Countries Had Elevated Levels of Social Hostilities Involving Religion in 2023”
PEW RESEARCH CENTER
Changes on the SHI in 2023
Changes on the Social Hostilities Index (SHI) from 2022 to 2023
| Point change | Number of countries | % of countries |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0 or more increase | 3 | 2% |
| 1.0 to 1.9 increase | 24 | 12% |
| 0.1 to 0.9 increase | 61 | 31% |
| No change | 59 | 30% |
| 0.1 to 0.9 decrease | 42 | 21% |
| 1.0 to 1.9 decrease | 9 | 5% |
| 2.0 or more decrease | 0 | 0% |
| Total | 198 | 100% |
Note: Point changes are calculated by comparing SHI scores from year to year. Figures may not add to 100% or to subtotals indicated due to rounding.
Source: Pew Research Center analysis of external data. Refer to the Methodology for details.
“More Countries Had Elevated Levels of Social Hostilities Involving Religion in 2023”
“More Countries Had Elevated Levels of Social Hostilities Involving Religion in 2023”
PEW RESEARCH CENTER