Gender Equality, Climate Action, and Technological Innovation for Sustainable Development in Africa (1st ed. 2023)

This open access book explores the intersection of gender and climate change, suggests ways in which innovative technologies can accelerate climate relief actions, and offers strategies for integrating climate change initiatives into national policies and planning. By examining the devastating consequences of climate change on women and girls throughout the continent, the authors pose a crucial question: Does gender matter in climate change discussions in Africa?  Political and social traditions have burdened women with greater vulnerability to the impacts of climate-related natural disasters, including violence, displacement, poverty, famine and lack of access to clean water. However, women are also key to effective and inclusive climate mitigation, adaptation, and decision-making. The authors provide a compelling discourse that identifies the social and economic benefits for all citizens when gender-inclusive policies shape equitable and targeted action plans, from mitigation to adaptation and funding.  The United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 13 calls for urgent action and commitment to combat climate change. The implementable and action-oriented propositions presented in this book will be of interest to students, educators, practitioners, third-sector actors, and policymakers committed to gender equality, sustainable development and climate action in Africa.

General

Imprint:	Palgrave Macmillan
Country of origin:	Switzerland
Series:	Sustainable Development Goals Series
Release date:	September 2023
First published:	2023
Authors:	Ogechi Adeola • Olaniyi Evans • Innocent Ngare
Dimensions:	210 x 148mm (L x W)
Edition:	1st ed. 2023
ISBN-13:	978-3-03-140123-7
Categories:	Books
LSN:	3-03-140123-9
Barcode:	9783031401237

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