Gender Responsive Disaster Management, Risk Communication, and Improvement in Disaster Resilience and Reduction: Review of Bibliometric Evidence

Abstract

This review synthesizes recent evidence on whether gender-responsive disaster management and risk communication improve disaster resilience and reduce impact. It identifies mechanisms and barriers, and highlights best practices and research gaps. The study uses the Disaster Crunch model, also known as the Pressure and Release (PAR) model, to clarify how disasters stem from hazards and underlying vulnerabilities. Researchers used a systematic literature review to identify, select, assess, and synthesize relevant studies. A literature search in Semantic Scholar and PubMed produced 1,050 potential papers, of which 86 were included. The review shows that gender-responsive disaster management and risk communication enhance resilience and mitigate the impacts of disasters. They do so by addressing gendered vulnerabilities, adopting intersectional and inclusive approaches, and fostering adaptive capacity. The analysis also notes barriers to effectiveness, such as persistent patriarchal norms and implementation gaps. However, further research and action are needed to close existing gaps and achieve truly inclusive and effective disaster risk reduction.