The Effect of Climate Change on Gender Differences in North Mecha District, West Gojjam Zone, Amhara Region

Description

This book examines how climate change affects men and women differently in Ethiopia. The book explores long-term temperature trends in North Mecha District using climate data from 1982–2020 and analyzes the gendered impacts of climate variability through an extensive review of empirical studies. The findings reveal a significant increase in temperature over time and demonstrate that climate change disproportionately affects women due to limited access to productive resources, decision-making power, climate information, financial capital, and adaptation opportunities. The book discusses how climate change influences agriculture, food security, health, energy access, and livelihoods, with women facing greater vulnerability than men. It further examines gender differences in adaptation capacity and highlights the social, economic, and cultural factors that shape resilience to climate-related risks. The book provides evidence-based recommendations for integrating gender perspectives into climate adaptation policies, planning, and sustainable development programs. It is a valuable resource for researchers, students, policymakers, development practitioners.