Extreme heat isn’t just unpleasant. Extreme heat is one of the most unequal consequences of the climate crisis and its impacts are already playing out in women’s daily lives. Extreme temperatures affect women and girls differently than men and boys – not just because of biology, but because of gendered norms. If extreme heat isn’t gender-neutral, adaptation strategies and awareness campaigns can’t be, either. Learn what rising temperatures mean for women’s health, labour, and safety.