The G20 New Delhi Declaration acknowledges the disproportionate impact of climate change on women. The declaration was adopted at the G20 summit held in New Delhi, India, on September 9-10, 2023.
The declaration states that "climate change has a disproportionate impact on women, who are more vulnerable to its effects, including food insecurity, water scarcity, displacement, and gender-based violence." It calls on G20 countries to take action to address this gender gap, including by providing women with access to climate-resilient livelihoods, supporting gender-responsive disaster risk reduction, and promoting women's leadership in climate action.
The declaration is a significant step forward in recognizing the gender dimensions of climate change. It is also a welcome reminder that climate action must be inclusive and equitable, and that it must leave no one behind.
Here are some of the specific commitments made by G20 countries in the declaration:
The G20 New Delhi Declaration is a positive step forward in addressing the gender gap in climate action. However, it is important to note that the declaration is non-binding. This means that it is up to individual G20 countries to implement its commitments. It will be important to monitor progress and hold countries accountable for their actions.
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