Forum on the gendered dimensions of crimes that affect the environment
A gender equality perspective is urgently needed to better understand climate change and evolving crime patterns affecting the environment. Therefore, in the framework of the International Gender Champions Initiative, UNODC and UN Women, together with the Government of Slovenia are co-hosting a Discussion Forum on the Gendered Dimensions of Crimes that Affect the Environment.
It will feature a high-level opening session, to be followed by panel discussions featuring experts and practitioners from United Nations agencies, Member States, academia, and civil society organisations.
These expert panels aim to give an overview of the gendered dimensions of crimes that affect the environment and highlight the existing gaps by:
(a) mapping out existing normative frameworks, knowledge, best practices, and persistent gender-related challenges
(b) identifying gaps and chronic lacks of reliable statistical data needed to scale-up policy responses
(c) supporting gender-transformative policy and programming on the gender dimensions of crimes that affect the environment
Cristina Hoyos, DCAF's Head of Latin America and the Caribbean Unit, will participate in the panel on "Crimes Related to Climate Justice - Discussion Forum on the Gendered Dimensions of Crimes that Affect the Environment", which will take place on Wednesday 21 February from 9:30-11:00 EST
This panel on the links between CAE and climate justice was motivated by the broader recognition that greater gender equality and empowerment supports women, not just as victims or offenders, but also actors capable of positively changing crime dynamics and promoting climate, as well as wider environmental and social justice.