Climate Change and Gender Mainstreaming

Gender mainstreaming is the process of assessing the implications of any planned action—legislation, policies, or programs—for individuals of different genders. It aims to make gender equality a central part of all policy development, implementation, and evaluation.
In the realm of climate change, gender mainstreaming ensures that both women’s and men’s needs, knowledge, and contributions are considered. This approach not only promotes equity but also enhances the effectiveness and sustainability of climate interventions. When gender considerations are integrated into climate policies and actions, outcomes are more inclusive, just, and resilient.
This course explores the critical intersection of climate change and gender, highlighting the importance of gender mainstreaming in climate policy and practice. It draws upon global frameworks, national case studies, and grassroots initiatives to showcase both the challenges and the opportunities in achieving gender-inclusive climate action.
In this course, we will delve deeper into the specific gendered impacts of climate change, analyze international policy responses, examine case studies, and propose practical strategies for mainstreaming gender in climate planning and implementation.