Asia Pacific Accessibility

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Gender-responsive Climate Action

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Stories of scale, replicability and inclusion; above all, stories of shared ownership and shared aspirations

One of the most critical issues is the systemic exclusion of people with disabilities from the climate planning process. Factors such as socio-economic status, gender, disability, sexual orientation and age can impact a person’s experience of and vulnerability to climate change impacts. Similarly, access to infrastructure and meaningful participation in planning are not equal between men, women, LGBTQ+ and diverse groups. 

People with disabilities have the right and duty to be part of the solution and mere representation is not enough. Their direct involvement is crucial because they're disproportionately affected by climate change impacts and often possess unique, first-hand knowledge of the specific challenges and needs. 

APNA promotes inclusive climate resilient infrastructure - creating models of technical support and providing inclusive climate solutions with equity as the core. APNA is advocating for accessibility and inclusion and is open for collaborations & partnerships.