Gender and Climate Justice by COPGendered

LGBTIQ is an umbrella term for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer people. There are many different forms of the acronym; however, in this module, the EU standard (LGBTIQ) will be used.

While gender equality is partially incorporated into policies to promote climate justice, there remains a notable oversight regarding LGBTIQ perspectives. Policies that are developed to be gender-responsive often operate within a binary framework, failing to adequately encompass the diverse needs of LGBTIQ individuals. This extends to data collection efforts, resulting in a significant dearth of information on the specific impacts of climate change on the LGBTIQ community. The imperative for further exploration of this issue is underscored by existing research highlighting the marginalisation of LGBTIQ individuals and the disproportionate impact of environmental issues on marginalised groups.