Exploring the intersection of gender equality and sustainable urban planning, focusing on challenges women face in accessing green job opportunities and transportation. Featuring Vienna as a model city that intentionally includes a gender lens in urban development for more inclusive and sustainable living spaces.
Climate action has historically had a gender-neutral lens, but this lack of intentionality has actually negatively impacted women, says gender and climate researcher Zineb Sqalli. Using real-world, gender-equal programs as examples Sqalli offers solutions for advancing both sustainability and gender equality – at the same time. After the talk, Modupe shares ways organizations can increase gender diversity and promote inclusion.