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,

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