Women in the Context of Disasters: A Bibliometric Analysis of Global Research Over Three Decades

As natural hazard risks escalate globally, growing attention has been directed toward understanding how disasters affect women. This study applies a bibliometric analysis of publications between 2005 and 2025 retrieved from Scopus, focusing on gender and natural hazards. Using VOSviewer and RStudio, we assessed publication growth, prolific contributors, and thematic clusters. Results reveal a strong upward trend, with the United States emerging as the most influential country. Seven thematic clusters highlight issues such as gendered impacts of climate change, women’s empowerment, and vulnerability to psychological disorders and gender-based violence. This study provides a valuable reference for scholars and policymakers seeking to strengthen gender-sensitive disaster risk frameworks.