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Marginalised people, including those with disabilities, women and girls, are fighting the effects of climate change in Bangladesh, speakers have said at a roundtable.
Women and girls are disproportionately affected, facing increased risks to their health, livelihoods, and overall well-being due to climate-induced challenges, they said at the roundtable titled "Impact of Climate Change on Women and Girls" at a Dhaka hotel on Tuesda, referring to recent data from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). The roundtable was organised by the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) and the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC).
The event fostered insightful discussions, shared knowledge, and initiated the development of strategies to mitigate and adapt to the adverse effects of climate change on these demographics.
The session started with opening remarks by UNOPS Bangladesh Country Manager Sudhir Muralidharan, and a welcome speech by BIMSTEC Director (Environment & Climate) Tshewang Dorji T.
Emphasising sustainable development demands inclusive solutions, Sudhir Muralidharanm said, “The insights gained, substantiated by real-world statistics, will unquestionably bolster our ongoing initiatives to shape a more resilient and equitable future in the face of climate challenges.”
Tshewang Dorji T said, "Climate change along with environment is one of the core areas of BIMSTEC cooperation and BIMSTEC is poised to take appropriate measures to tackle climate change at the regional level.
BIMSTEC has finalised the Plan of Action on Environment and Climate Change and will soon start implementing the plan, he said.
The roundtable marks the beginning of collaborative efforts between UNOPS and BIMSTEC in the domain of Climate Change with a special focus on women and girls, according to him.
“By prioritising the unique vulnerabilities of women and girls, UNOPS and BIMSTEC are laying the foundation for inclusive and sustainable solutions, integral to shaping a resilient future for generations to come,” the BIMSTEC director added.
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