The risk of gender-based violence grows after weather disasters

https://yaleclimateconnections.org/2020/09/the-risk-of-gender-based-violence-grows-after-weather-disasters/

 The risk of gender-based violence grows after weather disasters

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She says similar problems occur during long-term crises – for example, when crops fail during droughts and people go hungry.

“Employment and livelihood losses can increase tensions at the household and community levels,” Owren says, “and also make women more vulnerable to rape, sexual exploitation, and human trafficking.”

As the climate changes, the risks may increase. So Owren says it’s important to consider how extreme weather affects gender-based violence – especially when preparing disaster plans and policies.