‘This volume provides an important contribution to the scientific literature by [not only offering] new data and analyses, but also indicating what ought to be done for policy and practice . . . [A] solid overview of gender and disaster for countries across South Asia, informing the rest of world.’ — Ilan Kelman, Reader, Institute for Risk & Disaster Reduction and Institute for Global Health, University College London, UK'The book brings together interdisciplinary perspectives in gender studies. It provides a good collection of references for students and researchers to build upon.' — Malini Nambiar, an independent disaster management professional focusing on gender inclusion and community-based disaster risk management, Economic&Political Weekly