Gender-Inclusive Legislative Framework and Laws to Strengthen Women's Resilience to Climate Change and Disasters

The report provides guidance on integrating gender equality in laws and policies on climate change and disaster management in Asian Development Bank's developing member countries, aiming to improve women's resilience to climate change and disasters.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 138 pages
Publication date: 30 May 2022
Publisher: Asian Development Bank

Gender equality is a critical issue in the context of climate change and disaster management in Asian Development Bank's developing member countries. Women are disproportionately affected by these crises due to gender inequalities and limited opportunities to participate in decision-making processes. This report provides guidance on how to integrate gender equality into laws and policies on climate change and disaster management in these countries.

A conceptual framework is presented to guide the integration of gender equality into climate change and disaster management policies. The framework is based on international norms and examples of national laws that have successfully promoted gender equality. It highlights the importance of incorporating gender considerations into all aspects of climate change and disaster management, including risk assessment, mitigation, adaptation, and recovery.

Good practice guides are provided to illustrate how gender equality can be achieved in specific areas of climate change and disaster management. These guides include examples of successful policies and initiatives that have promoted women's resilience to climate change and disasters. They also provide guidance on how to develop and implement gender-responsive laws and policies that address the unique needs and vulnerabilities of women.

The report concludes by emphasizing the importance of gender equality in achieving sustainable development and reducing the vulnerability of communities to climate change and disasters. It calls for governments, policy-makers, organizations, and individuals to prioritize gender equality in their efforts to address these crises.

In conclusion, this report provides valuable guidance on how to integrate gender equality into laws and policies on climate change and disaster management in Asian Development Bank's developing member countries. By promoting gender equality, we can ensure that women are empowered to participate in decision-making processes, access resources, and build resilience to climate change and disasters. This will contribute to the achievement of sustainable development and the well-being of communities throughout the region.

Weight: 454g
Dimension: 215 x 280 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789292692209