Grants and Contributions:
Title:
CRECER: Sustainable Economic Growth for Women and Youth in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala
Agreement Number:
7403224 P005230001
Agreement Value:
$5,366,366.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 25, 2019 - Jul 31, 2024
Description:
The project aims to increase the economic empowerment of Q’eqchi’ women and youth in Alta Verapaz in Guatemala. It proposes a multi-dimensional approach challenging traditional gender roles within the family unit, overcoming socio-cultural barriers to women’s participation within the Federation of Cooperatives of the Verapaces (FEDECOVERA) and its member cooperatives, and advocating for gender equality at local, regional and national levels. The project seeks to improve agricultural entrepreneurship in the sectors of organic cardamom and turmeric, and to position the the products in niche markets with organic and fair trade certifications. It also contributes to strengthening clean and sustainable practices of 19 cooperatives affiliated with FEDECOVERA by improving their inclusive governance and their ability to support their members in adopting green practices. Project main activities include: (1) planting cardamom and turmeric following organic and agroforestry production, (2) training women and youth under Field School and Skills for Coop programs, (3) implementing energy-efficient technologies, and (4) holding forums and working sessions on best practices for the economic empowerment of Indigenous women and youth.
Organization:
Global Affairs Canada
Expected Results:
The expected outcomes for this project include: (1) increased decent job opportunities for women and youth, especially from Indigenous communities, (2) strengthened innovative, clean and sustainable business practices in small-scale enterprises, especially those headed by women and youth, from Indigenous communities in particular, and (3) strengthened practices of key regional and national actors promoting the economic empowerment of women and youth, particularly from Indigenous communities.
Location:
Quebec, Quebec, CA G1S 4S2
Reference Number:
064-2018-2019-Q4-00121
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
104918610
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Recipient's Legal Name:
SOCODEVI - Canadian Cooperation Society for International Development
Federal Riding Name:
Québec
Federal Riding Number:
24059
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.