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Gender-Based Disaster Risk Reduction in the Gulf South: Perspectives From Sexual and Reproductive Health Workers and
Jessica L Liddell1, Laila Mascarena1, Tess Carlson2
1School of Social Work, University of Montana, Missoula, MT, USA.
Violence Against Women
|March 31, 2026
Summary
Disasters increase gender-based violence (GBV) risk. Lack of training leaves responders unprepared to address GBV, including intimate partner violence, exacerbated by displacement and housing instability.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Sociology
- Disaster Management
Background:
- Disasters significantly elevate the risk of gender-based violence (GBV), including interpersonal violence.
- Vulnerable populations face heightened risks during and after disaster events.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate gender-related issues in disaster risk response.
- To explore the perspectives of healthcare providers and relief workers on GBV awareness and training.
Main Methods:
- Semi-structured interviews were conducted with sexual and reproductive health providers and disaster relief workers.
- Qualitative data were collected to understand experiences and identify gaps in disaster response.
Main Results:
- Displacement and housing instability during disasters amplify risks of intimate partner violence and other forms of GBV.
- Providers reported insufficient systematic training and coordinated partnerships to address GBV.
- Gaps in preparedness leave professionals ill-equipped to manage the long-term impacts of GBV.
Conclusions:
- Enhanced training and collaborative partnerships are crucial for effective disaster risk response regarding GBV.
- Addressing GBV requires a comprehensive approach that considers the social determinants amplified by disasters.
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