Document Type

Research Project

Publication Date

Fall 9-29-2025

Abstract

Climate change, accelerating across multiple dimensions, creates disproportionate environmental costs which primarily affect women, children, gender diverse people and other marginalized groups. Research evidence shows that climate stressors create more vulnerability for women and girls because they lead to increased gender-based violence (GBV) through population movements, resource shortages, and institutional breakdowns. This policy paper examines the intersectionality between GBV and climate change to help governments, donors, and civil society organizations establish gender justice and GBV prevention as essential components of climate mitigation and adaptation strategies. The evidence from Mozambique, India, and Uganda shows essential policy and financial gaps. Policy recommendations include: • The Enhanced Gender Action Plan (GAP) requires policy enhancement through explicit GBV pillars with binding reporting standards and independent oversight mechanisms. • Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and National Adaptation Plans (NAPs) must include gender audits with GBV vulnerability assessments as a mandatory requirement. • Multilateral climate funds should establish specific GBV funding streams which provide women led organizations with direct-access funding mechanisms. • The development of climate-GBV data systems should include sex and location breakdowns to track trends and enhance policy development

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