Gender and Disaster Australia is the national leader working at the intersection of gender and disaster. 

We provide evidence-based education, training, and resources to address the harmful impacts of gendered expectations before, during, and after disasters. 

What we do

Our projects and programs have been developed with vital input from disaster survivors, leaders and personnel in emergency management, academia, and government.  

We hold a vision of a society where all people are seen, heard, safe and supported, through gender-informed action before, during and after disasters. 

  • We conduct research focused on the experiences of women, men and LGBTIQA+ people in a disaster context. 

Our latest news

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Our latest news

The impact of our Lessons in Disaster training

“The Lessons in Disaster training was a great session — the facilitation was excellent and the tools were helpful. We can never be told enough about the importance and gravity of gender-based violence — it’s a national tragedy, and particularly acute in post-disaster contexts.”

Participant, Bushfire Recovery Victoria

 “The Lessons in Disaster training featured useful information and the raising of very pertinent, complex questions. The input from the training team and participants in response to these questions was very useful, and at times, enlightening.”

Participant, Lismore

“Lessons in Disaster training was all very informative and revealing, and shows how much more still needs to be done. This message needs to be spread wider into the community, to increase awareness, education and understanding.”

Participant, City of Sydney