Women at the helm of rural homes in developing nations face disproportionate climate adversities, as stated by the UN. In short:The FAO reveals that during heatwaves and floods, women-managed rural households lose more income than those led by men. Despite notable income disparities in agriculture and wages, less than a tenth of national climate plans acknowledge women's specific challenges. The FAO urges the creation of strategies targeting the unique difficulties faced by female-led rural households. — Qu Dongyu, Director General of FAOWhy this matters:Climate change exacerbates existing gender inequalities, leaving rural women more vulnerable due to lower access to resources, information, and decision-making processes.

Source: New York Times March 06, 2024 13:11 UTC