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Introduction to Gender Equality and Climate-Induced Disasters

  Gender equality and climate-induced disasters are two interconnected issues that require attention and action in today's world. Gender equality refers to the equal rights, opportunities, and treatment of individuals regardless of their gender. It emphasizes the need to address and eliminate gender-based discrimination and promote gender equity in various spheres of life, including education, employment, politics, and social interactions. Climate-induced disasters, on the other hand, are environmental events or phenomena resulting from Climate Change that have severe impacts on human populations and ecosystems. These disasters include hurricanes, floods, droughts, wildfires, and rising sea levels, among others. Climate Change exacerbates the frequency and intensity of such events, posing significant challenges to communities worldwide. The relationship between gender equality and climate-induced disasters is multifaceted. Women and men often experience and respond to disasters dif