Yumarni, T and Amaratunga, D (2018) Gender mainstreaming as a strategy to achieve sustainable post-disaster reconstruction. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 8(5), pp. 544-556. ISSN 2044-124X
Abstract
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to discuss policy-relevant findings regarding strategies for mainstreaming gender in achieving sustainable post-disaster reconstruction (PDR). Design/methodology/approach: An exploratory case study was used to explore the implementation of gender mainstreaming strategies and the link to sustainable PDR. The Bantul and Sleman regencies of Yogyakarta province provide a unique site for researching PDR as they are located in a region that is more strongly affected by earthquakes than nearly any other in Indonesia. Data were collected through interviews with 17 key stakeholders and 26 beneficiaries who were involved during and after the earthquake. To support the interview findings, surveys involving 50 policy makers and 150 beneficiaries were conducted. Content analysis and t-statistics were used in analyzing the data. Findings: Gender mainstreaming strategies within sustainable reconstruction should incorporate strategies for protecting against gender vulnerabilities and for promoting gender capacities. Both are fundamental to the achievement of sustainable PDR. Originality/value: The paper establishes comprehensive strategies for mainstreaming gender under three pillars (i.e. economic, social and environmental) of sustainable development. The findings benefit relevant policy makers by improving the policy performance of gender mainstreaming in the affected communities in enhancing sustainable PDR.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | gender mainstreaming; strategy; sustainable development; sustainable pdr |
| Index terms: | case study, interview, Indonesia, sustainable reconstruction, survey, mainstreaming, strategy, content analysis, sustainable development, vulnerability, post-disaster reconstruction, earthquake, methodology, statistics, implementation |
| Subjects: | data analysis and analytics, contractual arrangements, mathematical modelling, business, data collection methods, environmental hazards, health safety and environment, Geography, post-disaster and reconstruction, research methods, management, design practice |
| Topics: | Urban Studies, Design Practice, Health and Safety, Business Strategy, Research Practice, Geographical Context, Sustainability, Procurement |
| Descriptive scope: | 5 PCTEA |
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