Planning and Development Research

  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,

  In Bangladesh, designing gender-sensitive early warning systems is crucial for effective climate-induced disaster management. By considering the specific needs and capacities of different genders, these systems can help save lives, reduce vulnerabilities, and improve response and recovery efforts. Here are some key elements to consider in creating gender-sensitive early warning systems: { Designing early warning systems to address different needs and capacities : Recognizing that men, women, boys, and girls have different vulnerabilities and capacities during disasters is essential. The early warning systems should take into account factors such as access to information, mobility, and decision-making power. For example, women may face barriers to receiving and understanding warning messages due to cultural norms or limited access to technology. Designing systems that consider these differences can ensure that warning messages are accessible and actionable for all genders. { Ensurin