Why Gender Matters for Effective Adaptation to Climate Change
01 Aug 2021
National Adaptation Plan Global Network
Climate change impacts people differently based on their roles and responsibilities, which are often defined by gender.
Adaptation to climate change fosters resilient communities, economies and ecosystems by considering climate risks in decision making at all levels. Differing backgrounds, genders and socio-economic realities play a key role in how people experience climate impacts. For National Adaptation Plan (NAP) processes to be effective, the following aspects must be taken into account.
This report shares key insights on how gender and the impacts of climate change intersect. These insights are key to developing an effective climate change adaptation plan.
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