GAD Assessment for Lapu-Lapu Coastal Road Project

Overview

We conducted an intricate Gender and Development (GAD) assessment for the Lapu-Lapu City Coastal Road Project. Our assessment was aligned with the Philippines’ Magna Carta for Women and the national GAD guidelines. We integrated gender-disaggregated data collection during stakeholder consultations and social surveys. Our work assessed the different impacts that the Coastal Road Project would have on women, including risks related to displacement, income loss, and service access.

We ensured that the Resettlement Action Plan and compensation strategies for the larger road project considered women’s land use and livelihood needs. We proposed revisions to site plans, incorporating safety, mobility, and access to healthcare, education and childcare.

JHSUSTAIN's Role

JHSUSTAIN coordinated with the DPWH and barangay officials to ensure inclusive stakeholder participation. We also facilitated the consultation and grievance mechanisms of the affected communities by using gender-specific outreach.