This study investigated the impact of heat stress on women in Dhaka, where rising temperatures are increasingly affecting daily life. In Bangladesh’s warm-humid climate, heat stress results from high humidity and temperature, but access to predictive data and early warnings is limited, especially for marginalized groups.
The study focused on how heat stress affects women, particularly given their increased vulnerability due to physiological differences and the burden of unpaid domestic work. It also explored how extreme heat impacts their health, economic opportunities, and exposure to gender-based violence. Housing conditions, such as poor construction materials and inadequate infrastructure, further exacerbate these risks. dRi conducted the study through 300 surveys and 30 key informant interviews (KIIs) in Dhaka North and South City Corporations (DNCC and DSCC).
Serial No: 274
Theme: Environmental and Climate Issues
Research Method: Mixed Method
Partner: Dr. Huraera Jabeen
Starting Year: 2024
Study Area: DNCC and DSCC, Bangladesh
