Bolstering Women’s Climate Resilience and Adaptation through Financial Services
Women, especially those in low-income countries, are faced with higher risk, greater vulnerability, and fewer tools to cope with the impacts of climate change. Financial services can empower women to manage climate risks and build resilience. In this working paper by the
Consultative Group to Assist the Poor, Sabaa Notta and Peter Zetterli argue that the international development community needs a better understanding of the intersection of gender inequalities, the differential impact of climate change on men and women, and the role of financial services for women. This is explored through illustrative examples of gendered impact when women face climate shocks and stresses that affect health, agricultural livelihoods, and the viability of women-owned businesses.
https://www.cgap.org/sites/default/files/publications/WorkingPaper_WomensClimateResilience_v3.pdf
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