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Title:

Uganda - Humanitarian Assistance for South Sudanese Refugees - Plan International Canada 2018

Agreement Number:

7390919 P006127001

Agreement Value:

$2,000,000.00

Agreement Date:

Jun 13, 2018 - Mar 31, 2020

Description:

March 2018 – Uganda hosts the largest number of refugees in Africa, more than 1.4 million, with roughly two thirds of them having arrived from South Sudan since July 2016. This large and rapid influx has strained the humanitarian response capacity in northern Uganda to near breaking. New refugee settlements almost immediately reach full capacity, while service providers struggle to meet the most basic needs of the community. Overall, South Sudanese make up more than three quarters of the refugee population in Uganda (more than 1 million people). With GAC’s support, Plan International Canada is providing support for much-needed water, sanitation, hygiene, and protection for an estimated 34,000 South Sudanese refugees and host communities in the Arua and Yumbe districts of Uganda. Activities include: (1) the construction or rehabilitation of water and sanitation facilities; and (2) the enhancement of protection services and psycho-social support for vulnerable children.

Organization:

Global Affairs Canada

Expected Results:

The expected outcomes for this project include: (1) improved access to water, sanitation, and hygiene services; and (2) increased protection for vulnerable children amongst South Sudanese refugees and host communities in Uganda.

The expected ultimate outcome is lives saved, suffering alleviated and human dignity maintained in countries experiencing humanitarian crises or acute food insecurity.

Location:

Toronto, Ontario, CA M4P 0B3

Reference Number:

064-2018-2019-Q1-00084

Agreement Type:

Grant

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

118928993

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Recipient's Legal Name:

Plan International Canada

Federal Riding Name:

Don Valley West

Federal Riding Number:

35021

Program:

International Development Assistance Program

Program Purpose:

The main purpose on the International Development Assistance Program is to reduce poverty for those living in countries where Global Affairs Canada engages in international development.