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.

Pannapa (Aimee) Na Nan

Meet Aimee, a driving force in gender-responsive disaster risk reduction and emergency response in Thailand.

Focus on women and girls matters as disaster risks shift

Riyanti Djalante (ASEAN Secretariat) and Mohammad Naciri (UN Women Asia and the Pacific) share their insights into the importance of regional cooperation for gender-responsive disaster management and progress to date.

Women leading wetlands conservation and building resilience in Uganda

Uganda is home to a dense network of wetlands with significant ecological and socioeconomic benefits. This case study shows how women's leadership in local governance structures is supporting resilience.

Project to empower women in climate change decisions in Cambodia

Securing climate-resilient societies

Enhancing disaster risk reduction through gender, science and new partnerships

Africa Adaptation Knowledge Network (AAKNet) endorsed as key tool to step up climate change adaption efforts on vulnerable continent

Nepal: Launch of South Asian network of grassroots women leaders for community resilience