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Road construction in remote areas brings economic opportunity โ but also communicable disease risk, WASH pressures, and occupational hazards that go unmeasured without rigorous HIA.
Most projects tick the gender box. Fewer actually change power dynamics. This article examines what transformation looks like in practice across ADB-financed programmes in Lao PDR.
Climate vulnerability is not evenly distributed. The communities most exposed to flooding, drought, and heat stress are also the least resourced to respond. Here's how to integrate the two assessments.
| Tool | Format | Description | |
|---|---|---|---|
HIA Scoping Checklist |
PDF / Excel |
Rapid screening tool for identifying health risks in new infrastructure, agriculture, and extractive projects. |
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Gender Analysis Framework |
Word / PDF |
Structured template for conducting project gender analysis aligned with ADB GAP requirements. |
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GRM Design Template |
Word |
Grievance Redress Mechanism setup manual for IFC and ADB-compliant community grievance handling. |
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Climate Risk Screening Matrix |
Excel |
Hazard ร vulnerability scoring matrix for rapid climate risk screening at project inception. |
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Community CBDRM Workshop Guide |
PDF (EN/เบฅเบฒเบง) |
Bilingual facilitator guide for community-based disaster risk management workshops. English and Lao versions included. |
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