Books by Irene Dankelman

Provides an account of the problems faced by women in the management of land, water, forests, energy and human settlements. This title describes the lack of response from international organizations. With the help of case studies, it also describes the ways in which women can organize to meet environmental, social and economic challenges.

Although climate change affects everybody it is not gender neutral. It has significant social impacts and magnifies existing inequalities such as the disparity between women and men in their vulnerability and ability to cope with this global phenomenon. This title provides an introduction to gender aspects of climate change.