Pacific
The Pacific is one of the most disaster-prone regions in the world.
Disaster risks converge with critical socio-economic vulnerabilities, environmental degradation, climate change, and more recently COVID-19, making the Pacific a disaster hotspot. Annual economic losses from disasters in the Pacific Small Island Developing States (SIDS) more than doubled between 2017 and 2019.
UN Women in partnership with the Australian Government are implementing the innovative Women's Resilience to Disasters Programme (WRD) in the region. It aims to render the lives and livelihoods of women and girls resilient to disasters, including climate-related disasters and health pandemics, in order to contribute to sustainable, secure, and thriving communities. It is initially being piloted in Fiji, Kiribati, Solomon Islands, and Vanuatu.
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Women's Perspectives
Beyond COP27: Pacific Women Leaders on why women and girls must be included in climate solutions
We spoke to four Pacific Women Leaders, delegates to the recent global United Nations climate change negotiations and advocates in their communities, about the impact of climate change on women and girls in the region, and why it matters so much that their experiences shape climate action.
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Women are helping others build alternative livelihoods
Katarina has established a fish hatchery, as a source of juvenile fish for new farmers, helping build their resilience.
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Women are advocating for inclusivity
"See me for my ability, not for my disability"
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Women are improving the health resilience of their communities
“…I decided to bring about change in the lives of my people."
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Women are facilitating community training
“I try to assist the community in the outer islands to build their resilience against climate change by facilitating trainings."
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Women are diversifying their business models for resilience
Aileen’s diversified agri-tourism business model has helped her remain resilient despite being affected by multiple disasters.
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Women are advocating for a voice at the table
As a farmer herself, Lavinia knows the importance of having a voice at the table.
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