Question

Why should gender planning be integrated into sustainable development processes?

• A. To ensure economic growth benefits only men
• B. To transform mainstream planning and achieve long-term equity for marginalized groups
• C. To focus solely on environmental sustainability without addressing social factors
• D. To avoid addressing poverty in development strategies

Answer 1

Answer:

B. To transform mainstream planning and achieve long-term equity for marginalized groups

Gender planning should be integrated into sustainable development processes because it transforms mainstream planning to address the needs of women and poor people through an economically, socially, and environmentally sustainable framework. This integration ensures long-term equity and development benefits for all, especially marginalized groups.