Government of Canada Invests in Community Organizations Advancing Gender Equality
Ottawa, Ontario – November 25, 2024 – The Government of Canada has announced an investment of $10 million over three years in community organizations working to advance gender equality in Canada.
This investment will support a range of initiatives, including:
- Raising awareness of gender-based violence and its impact on individuals, families, and communities
- Providing support services to victims and survivors of gender-based violence
- Challenging gender stereotypes and promoting positive gender norms
- Enhancing the participation of women and girls in leadership roles
- Promoting economic empowerment for women
The funding will be distributed through the Women’s Program at Women and Gender Equality Canada. Eligible organizations can apply for grants of up to $1 million per year over three years.
“This investment is a critical step towards achieving gender equality in Canada,” said the Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth. “By supporting community organizations that are doing this important work on the ground, we can create a more just and equitable society for all.”
The investment is part of the government’s broader efforts to address gender-based violence and promote gender equality. In 2021, the government launched the National Action Plan to End Gender-Based Violence, which includes a number of measures to prevent and address gender-based violence, including funding for community organizations.
The government is also working to advance gender equality through the Feminist Response and Recovery Fund, which provides funding to organizations working to address the impacts of COVID-19 on women and girls.
“We know that community organizations play a vital role in advancing gender equality,” said Ien. “This investment will help them continue their important work and make a real difference in the lives of women and girls across the country.”
Organizations interested in applying for funding can find more information on the Women’s Program website: www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/services/funding.html
Government of Canada invests in community organizations advancing gender equality
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