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Title:

Support to the Contingency Fund for Emergencies - World Health Organization 2019

Agreement Number:

7406549 P007436001

Agreement Value:

$1,000,000.00

Agreement Date:

Jun 20, 2019 - Dec 31, 2019

Description:

The Contingency Fund for Emergencies of the World Health Organization (WHO) is a replenishable fund established to provide the resources necessary to rapidly scale up WHO’s initial, acute response to outbreaks and emergencies with health consequences. The Fund is designed to fill critical funding gaps from the beginning of an emergency until the organization can access additional sources of funds. The support of GAC and other donors to the Contingency Fund for Emergencies helps WHO react early to prevent escalation of outbreaks. Project activities include: (1) deploying experts to rapidly assess the threat of different outbreaks; and (2) initiating urgent activities to prevent the spread of outbreaks, such as the delivery of vital health supplies, the training of community health workers, the provision of potable water and the implementation of vaccination campaign.

Organization:

Global Affairs Canada

Expected Results:

The expected outcomes for this project include: (1) improved preparedness for outbreaks and emergencies with health consequences; and (2) more timely and effective response to outbreaks and emergencies with health consequences.
The expected ultimate outcome is lives saved, suffering alleviated and human dignity maintained in countries experiencing humanitarian crises or acute food insecurity.

Location:

Geneva, CH

Reference Number:

064-2019-2020-Q1-00194

Agreement Type:

Grant

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Recipient's Legal Name:

WHO - World Health Organization

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.