Overcoming structural gender inequalities and barriers is fundamental for climate-resilient development. Inclusive and gender-responsive social protection and agrifood systems can provide access to resources, services, and economic opportunities for women and girls to build their resilience in the face of climate change. 

This article advocates and proposes long term investment in social protection systems and short-term adaptations as a means to help women and girls reduce their vulnerability to climate or economic shocks. Some of the adaptations measures proposed include: 

• cash and in-kind assistance alongside livelihood diversification
• connections to early warning systems and anticipatory action
• linkages for women and girls to access to social services, including health insurance