The risk of violence, including sexual violence, increases during and after a disaster. Social systems often become unavailable. People often find themselves in unfamiliar and unsafe environments. Social inequalities are often magnified, increasing the risk of victimization. The resources in this section address the connections among violence, gender, and oppression in the context of disasters.
Sexual & Gender-Based Violence in Disasters
Sexual & Gender-Based Violence in Displaced Settings
Case Studies of Sexual Violence in Disasters
Medical Care for Survivors of Sexual Violence in Emergencies and Displaced Settings
General Information about Violence in Disasters
General Information about Gender and Disasters
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