Empowering women in climate-resilient adaptation: A women, peace, and security (WPS) approach to addressing climate challenges in Bangladesh

Shajeda Akter Moni *

Bangladesh University of Proffessionals, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
 
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International Journal of Science and Research Archive, 2024, 13(02), 1764–1776.
Article DOI: 10.30574/ijsra.2024.13.2.2339
Publication history: 
Received on 21 October 2024; revised on 26 November 2024; accepted on 29 November 2024
 
Abstract: 
Bangladesh faces serious threats from climate change, especially for vulnerable groups like women. Existing vulnerabilities are made worse by the combination of gender inequality and climate change, particularly in rural areas with little adaptation capacity. In order to empower women in climate-resilient adaptation initiatives, this article studies how the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) framework can offer a transformative lens. This study identifies ways to improve women's agency in decision-making, ensure their protection against climate-induced vulnerabilities, and fortify their ability to promote sustainable adaptation by incorporating the WPS pillars—participation, protection, prevention, and relief and recovery—into climate action strategies. The study highlights the need of inclusive governance, capacity building, and community-based initiatives in addressing the gendered implications of climate change, drawing on case studies and empirical data from Bangladesh. The results highlight the necessity of coordinating national climate policies with international WPS directives in order to build a society that is more resilient and equitable.
 
Keywords: 
Women; Peace and Security (WPS); Climate resilience; Gender equality; Bangladesh; Adaptation; Climate change policy
 
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