Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Developing Inclusive Waste Management Economies in Asia
Agreement Number:
7416375 P006736001
Agreement Value:
$8,996,653.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 12, 2020 - Mar 31, 2023
Description:
The project aims to improve the economic prosperity of people working in waste management in India, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand and Vietnam, particularly women and marginalized groups. The project also seeks to prevent plastic waste from entering the oceans. Project activities include: (1) supporting the growth of innovative businesses in the waste management sector; (2) building the capacity of waste pickers and women’s organizations involved in waste management; and (3) strengthening municipal government waste management policies and plans. The project works to support the entire waste management economy, such as informal waste pickers, businesses, community organizations, and local governments.
Organization:
Global Affairs Canada
Expected Results:
The expected outcomes for this project include: (1) enhanced ability of the private sector in target countries to address challenges in waste management systems using gender responsive approaches; (2) enhanced influence of civil-society organizations, particularly those that represent women and marginalized groups, in waste management systems; and (3) enhanced ability of municipal governments to plan and coordinate effective waste management systems in ways that are gender responsive.
Location:
Bernalillo, US
Reference Number:
064-2019-2020-Q4-00067
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Legal Name:
SecondMuse
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.