Mitigating gender and social risks in Transport projects

JEFF TURNER Consultant

Gender and Social Inclusive Transport Workshop
24-25 May 2012 ADB HQ Manila

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Gender & Social Risks in Transport Projects

Adverse impacts and risks of increased vulnerabilities in
HIV/AIDS risks Unsafe migration/human trafficking risks Social Safeguards (Involuntary resettlement and Indigenous peoples) Non-compliance with labor standards Conflicts and social disintegration Gendered dimensions of the above

Migration/Trafficking Issues

Labour Standards
European Dev Fund standard contracts contain clauses on compliance with ILO core labour standards . Issues include:
working conditions health and safety, but some also include clauses on minimum wages, provision of water and resting time.

Clear Objectives Invitation to Tender Tendering Procedures Specifications Contract Conditions Clear monitoring and reporting