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The changing nature of the gender inequality of risk in the Caribbean
Moving beyond the “victim lens” and engaging women more effectively.
How the fisherwomen of Java rise above climate change and an increase in gender-based violence
This case study explores these uneven impacts, the importance of collective active action, and the key role women play in sustainable recovery from Covid-19.
Gender-responsive and disability-inclusion in disaster risk reduction in Asia Pacific
How international commitments and recommendations are being translated into national DRR frameworks
Women are advocating for inclusivity
"See me for my ability, not for my disability"
The Sendai Framework and its gendered implementation
The regional platforms provide an opportunity for formulating Regional Action Plans that are gender-responsive.
The imperative of climate adaption for Africa
Building resilience across societies in an inclusive manner
Gender-responsive policy development in Kenya
Supporting gender-responsive legal and policy frameworks
Gender inequality, earthquake and flood impacts in Albania
Taking into account women’s needs in recovery planning
What is gender inequality costing the Caribbean region?
Countries in the Caribbean are recovering from a recent volcanic eruption, coping with COVID-19, and preparing for the hurricane season. This case study highlights the work of the EnGenDER Project and the gender inequality studies carried out across eight countries to date.
In a watershed year for climate change, the Commonwealth Secretary-General calls for urgent, decisive and sustained climate action
The climate crisis is a humanitarian crisis for women and girls in particular
Wildfire smoke exposure during pregnancy increases preterm birth risk, Stanford study finds
From loss to leadership in Brazil
Women tackle local risk in flood-prone Rio de Janeiro community
The case for equity to reduce disaster risk: an analysis of Bolivia
Germany: Inaction on heat plans threatens health
Strengthening disaster recovery in the Caribbean using a gender lens
“Women play a huge role in the disaster sphere”
Developing capacities for gender-responsive data collection systems.