How “de-biasing” humanitarian organizations could lead to more gender-equitable programming
In the global context humanitarian policies emphasize gender-responsive programming. Yet in practice, gender, and the needs, capacities and rights of women are not adequately considered in the humanitarian sector. Despite the emergent evidence base that gender-equitable programming improves humanitarian outcomes, programmes remain gender-blind, with data rarely disaggregated by sex.
This article focuses on how to address gender bias in organizations through innovative approaches that apply behavioral design principles.