Webinar: “Disaster Risk Management from a Gender Perspective”
- Colectiva Rigen
- Mar 4
- 2 min read
Integrating a gender perspective into Disaster Risk Management (DRM) is not just about equity—it is a crucial tool for enhancing the effectiveness of interventions. During the webinar organized by UNESCO, Colectiva RIGEN explored the intersection of gender, human rights, and vulnerability. The session underscored the need for inclusive policies, equitable financing strategies, and mandatory gender training to strengthen community resilience.
On October 2nd, Colectiva RIGEN participated in and conducted the webinar “Disaster Risk Management from a Gender Perspective,” an educational event organized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The session available on-line covers key concepts on gender perspective, human rights, and intersectionality applied to Disaster Risk Management (DRM). This training is part of the Educational Capacity Development Platform for DRM, which provides free and publicly accessible educational resources.
The main objective is to equip participants with tools to identify differentiated vulnerabilities that increase disaster risks and to learn best practices that consider the diverse capacities of vulnerable groups. Key points discussed included:
Integrating a gender perspective in Comprehensive Disaster Risk Management (CDRM) is essential for ensuring fairer and more effective interventions. This approach helps identify and address inequalities that heighten the vulnerability of certain groups in disaster situations. From collecting disaggregated data to planning and evaluating actions, incorporating gender analysis improves the quality of assessments and decision-making, ensuring that all individuals, without distinction, are protected and considered in risk management processes.
To advance this integration, concrete actions are needed, such as including gender criteria in intersectoral policies, strengthening governance with an inclusive approach, and making gender perspective training mandatory for those working in emergency management. Financial strategies should also be designed to prioritize equitable access to resources for women and vulnerable populations.
Incorporating a gender perspective is not just a theoretical commitment, but a practical necessity for strengthening community resilience. Breaking stereotypes, ensuring equal participation, and adapting strategies to different territorial realities will lead to more effective and inclusive risk management. The key lies in collective work, critical reflection on our practices, and developing concrete mechanisms to eliminate structural inequalities in disaster response and recovery.
We invite you to watch the full webinar at the following link:
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