The Hidden Pandemic: Addressing the Differential Impacts of COVID-19 on Women, Men and Other Vulnerable Groups in Southeast Asia

Event: SERD Policy Network Workshop: Measuring the Impact of COVID-19

The Hidden Pandemic: Addressing the Differential Impacts of COVID-19 on Women, Men and Other Vulnerable Groups in Southeast Asia

10 November 2020

Author / Speaker:

Elizabeth Burges-Sims, ADB - Email the author | Other materials by the author

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This presentation discusses the differential impact of COVID-19 upon women and other vulnerable groups, lessons learned from past experiences, and opportunities for future programming. Increased participation of women and vulnerable groups in COVID decison-making processes, access to information, and social protection coverage can reduce compounded discrimination risks and advance equitable and inclusive development.

Geographical Focus:

Subregional- Southeast Asia

Type of Content:

Learning Event

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