THE PROTECTION OF WOMEN AGAINST DISASTERS.

1. Introduction 1.1 Background and Rationale 1.2 Objectives of the Study 1.3 Research Questions 1.4 Structure of the Paper 2. Theoretical Framework 2.1 Gender and Vulnerability 2.2 Disaster Risk Reduction Theories 2.3 Intersectionality in Disaster Management 3. Women in Disaster Contexts 3.1 Historical Overview 3.2 Socioeconomic Impacts 3.3 Psychological Consequences 4. Policy and Legal Frameworks 4.1 International Policies 4.2 National Legislation 4.3 Policy Gaps and Challenges 5. Case Studies 5.1 Asia Pacific 5.2 Sub-Saharan Africa 5.3 North America 6. Strategies for Protection 6.1 Community-Based Approaches 6.2 Technological Innovations 6.3 Capacity Building and Training 7. Role of Non-Governmental Organizations 7.1 Advocacy and Awareness 7.2 Relief and Support Services 7.3 Partnership with Governments 8. Conclusion and Recommendations 8.1 Summary of Findings 8.2 Policy Recommendations 8.3 Future Research Directions