December 2022: Taking climate action through social protection
December 2022: Taking climate action through social protection
Welcome to our December newsletter!
Our end-of-year issue is geared to inspire and inform you with a plethora of new content. Sign up for an e-Learning initiative on how to prevent gender-based violence, register for an upcoming event, check out recently launched publications, and more! In the aftermath of the 27th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27), we present you with content on the role of social protection in climate adaption and mitigation, including a new podcast episode. Enjoy!
Episode 20 | Addressing Climate Risks through Social Protection—How can social protection help address the risks posed by climate change? Our guests reflect on climate adaption and mitigation, focusing on possible pathways for environmental restoration and nature-based solutions.
How to leverage safety nets to prevent gender-based violence | World Bank—This course provides an overview of the recent impact evaluation literature on cash transfers and gender-based violence, as well as design and implementation tips for the social protection delivery chain to amplify the preventive potential of safety nets.
The global risk posed by climate change affects populations disproportionately: the most vulnerable people are threatened and harmed most severely. As social protection addresses risks across the life cycle, it is crucial in supporting climate change adaptation and mitigation. Find out how social protection can facilitate an equitable transition towards a post-carbon economy in a special blog, COP27 event recordings and other curated content.
Social protection for climate adaptation among small-scale producers| by Gala Dahlet, Marco Knowles, Garima Bhalla (FAO)—Expanding access to social protection in rural areas is key to supporting poverty reduction and helping small-scale farmers cope with climate change. This group contributes the least to climate change, despite being severely hit by it.
This blog was especially produced for our December newsletter.
The authors also recommend a podcast episode and this updated e-Learning course.
Check out the recordings of selected events that took place during or in preparation for COP27, highlighting the key role of social protection in dealing with climate crises:
Video:Shock-Responsive Social Protection in the Caribbean WFP | Social protection systems are key when addressing the consequences of disasters and shocks on people’s lives and livelihoods. They are an indispensable tool for governments to use when a shock-responsive approach is needed. Understand why and how in this video.
