Gender and Disaster Risk Reduction

This lecture explores the gender challenge in Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), emphasizing the specific roles and needs of women in science and technology. It discusses the importance of empowering women for preparedness and post-disaster livelihood security, highlighting the necessity of women as key stakeholders in DRR. The lecture also addresses how women are differently affected by disasters, the opportunities for gender equality in DRR activities, and the significance of mainstreaming gender in DRR initiatives. Practical actions and strategies for building gender-specific resilience are presented, stressing the need for gender-conscious approaches in education and leadership roles. Overall, the lecture advocates for a rights-based approach to address gender inequalities in disaster contexts.