Dimensions and examples of the gender-differentiated impacts of climate change, the role of women as agents of change and opportunities for women. Synthesis report by the secretariat

This report, prepared on the basis of submissions from Parties and observer
organizations, a review of the contributions of Working Groups II and III to the Sixth
Assessment Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change and a desk review of
academic literature, synthesizes information on gender-differentiated impacts of climate
change, the role of women as agents of change and opportunities for women in the context
of climate change. It highlights the interplay of gender and social norms resulting in women
experiencing greater vulnerability to the impacts of climate change than men, while
emphasizing the significant role that women and marginalized groups can play in mitigating
and adapting to climate change. It discusses how providing opportunities for women and
marginalized groups to participate in decision-making can contribute to the development and
implementation of efficient and long-lasting climate-resilient policies, providing examples
of ongoing initiatives and projects and emphasizing the importance of continued efforts in
this regard.