Guidelines for How to prepare a Gender-Sensitive Disaster Preparedness Plan for the Health Sector and Family Planning Sector (Upazila Base).
Guideline for Preparing a Gender-Sensitive Disaster Preparedness Plan for the Health Sector and Family Planning Sector (Upazila Base): Step-1: Conduct a Gender Analysis: · Undertake a comprehensive gender analysis to identify the specific needs, vulnerabilities, and capacities of women and girls in the Upazila during disasters. · Assess the gender-specific impact of previous disasters on health and family planning services to inform the planning process. Step-2: Establish a Gender-Sensitive Task Force: · Form a multidisciplinary task force comprising representatives from the health sector, family planning sector, women's groups, local government, and NGOs to lead the planning process. · Ensure the inclusion of gender experts and women's rights advocates in the task force. Step-3: Engage with Women and Girls: · Conduct consultations and focus group discussions with women, girls, and women's organizations to understand their perspectives,