Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Enhancing Women’s Participation in the Solid Waste Management Sector in Jordan
Agreement Number:
7419081 P007389001
Agreement Value:
$7,015,400.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 16, 2020 - Sep 30, 2023
Description:
This project aims to improve the economic well-being of rural women, improve social stability, and reinforce local economies in Northern Jordan. Project activities include: (1) providing training programs to women on advocacy and leadership skills,on project design and implementation; (2) organizing community sensitizations to address negative gender and social norms; (3) supporting women’s group business opportunities; (4) conducting knowledge sharing to help formulate better business planning and execution; and (5) organizing workshops on gender mainstreaming in planning and service delivery.
Organization:
Global Affairs Canada
Expected Results:
The expected outcomes for this project include: (1) improved effectiveness of women's organizations to actively represent and support women's voices in decision-making processes; (2) increased participation by women in the local economy, particularly in the solid waste management sector; and (3) enhanced gender-informed and responsive policy-making in solid waste management at community and national levels.
Location:
New York, US
Reference Number:
064-2019-2020-Q4-00285
Agreement Type:
Grant
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Additional Information:
The end date is changed to 2023-09-30.
Amendment Date
Feb 14, 2023
Recipient's Legal Name:
UNDP - United Nations Development Programme
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.
Amendments: