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Title:

Afghanistan Crisis – Emergency Support – IOM 2023

Agreement Number:

7448770 P012524001

Agreement Value:

$4,750,000.00

Agreement Date:

Mar 31, 2023 - Dec 31, 2023

Description:

February 2023 - Before the Taliban takeover, the humanitarian situation in Afghanistan was already one of the worst in the world. Since the Taliban takeover, humanitarian needs continue to worsen, and the challenging operational context has been further complicated. In 2023, an estimated 28 million people will require humanitarian assistance due to conflict, chronic food insecurity, displacement, the coronavirus (COVID-19), broad economic crisis, and climatic events. With GAC’s support, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) is providing life-saving assistance and protection support to displaced populations, migrants and affected communities in Afghanistan. Project activities include: (1) providing emergency shelter and non-food item kits; (2) improving access to water, sanitation and hygiene services; and (3) providing health services, including mental health and psychosocial support.

Organization:

Global Affairs Canada

Expected Results:

The expected outcomes for this project include: (1) improved access to livelihood, shelter and relief items; (2) enhanced access to safe drinking water and sanitation facilities and (3) increased access to emergency health services. 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:

064-2022-2023-Q4-00096

Agreement Type:

Grant

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Recipient's Legal Name:

IOM – International Organization for Migration

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.