Natural hazards disproportionately affect women due to existing social and economic inequalities, increasing their vulnerability and exposure to GBV and economic instability during disasters. This report highlights the necessity of integratinggender-sensitive approaches into infrastructure development to address these disparities effectively. Utilizing the World Bank’s Gender Tag methodology, the reportidentifies gender gaps, proposes targeted interventions, and establishes indicatorsfor monitoring and evaluation.This report presents a strategic framework for incorporating gender perspectivesinto resilient infrastructure development, focusing on the transportation, water,and energy sectors. The aim is to enhance disaster resilience while promoting gender equality, aligning with the commitments of the GFDRR and the World BankGroup’s initiatives in inclusive DRM and gender equality.

Entry Points for Integrating Gender Considerations in Resilient Infrastructure

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Document Type: Report

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Author:

  • Mirtha Liliana Escobar Saenz
  • Arjola Limani
  • Zoe Elena Trohanis

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Place: Washington D.C.

Institution: World Bank

Date: 2024

Language: en

Natural hazards disproportionately affect women due to existing social and economic inequalities, increasing their vulnerability and exposure to GBV and economic instability during disasters. This report highlights the necessity of integratinggender-sensitive approaches into infrastructure development to address these disparities effectively. Utilizing the World Bank’s Gender Tag methodology, the reportidentifies gender gaps, proposes targeted interventions, and establishes indicatorsfor monitoring and evaluation.This report presents a strategic framework for incorporating gender perspectivesinto resilient infrastructure development, focusing on the transportation, water,and energy sectors. The aim is to enhance disaster resilience while promoting gender equality, aligning with the commitments of the GFDRR and the World BankGroup’s initiatives in inclusive DRM and gender equality.

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