TED Talks Daily Climate action’s hidden opportunities for women | Zineb Sqalli
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Oct 7, 2022 Zineb Sqalli discusses the often overlooked intersection of climate action and gender equality. She highlights how traditional approaches neglect women's unique needs, potentially sidelining them in the green economy. Using Vienna's gender-equal urban planning as a case study, she presents actionable solutions to ensure women are included in climate initiatives. These insights reveal not just the importance of sustainability, but also the profound opportunities for advancing gender equality in the process.
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Climate Action's Gender Risk
- Current climate action risks increasing gender inequality.
- Unintentionally, it may decrease women's access to green jobs.
STEM and Retraining Gaps
- Green jobs often require STEM education, where women are underrepresented.
- Retraining in male-dominated industries may further disadvantage women.
Intentional Inclusion
- Ensure women equally benefit from green initiatives.
- Intentionally embed a gender lens in all green projects and policies.