Due to population density and high cost of living, many families occupied hill areas classified as high risk due to deforestation and increase of rainfall which leads to soil erosion and frequent landslides, causing destruction of homes and even deaths.

This scenario led to the removal of families to affordable housing. Unoccupied areas need a new use to avoid illegal occupation. The city hall and the community, with the support of ProAdapta, started a process of participatory discussion on the design of an Ecosystem-based Adaptation (EbA) measure for the site, using restoration of native forests with a focus on climate change adaptation and, at the same time, on the well-being and resilience of local communities. Through the use of inclusive and non-sexist language and group dynamics with city hall staff and members of the community about recognition of privileges and differences in the perception of climate risk between men and women, it was possible to raise awareness about gender equity.