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Title:

A G7 Global Partnership Initiative to Counter Weapons of Mass Destruction Disinformation

Agreement Number:

7457452 P013946001

Agreement Value:

$3,500,000.00

Agreement Date:

Feb 28, 2024 - Mar 31, 2026

Description:

This project supports a concerted and coordinated approach to counter the entire spectrum of global disinformation campaigns that target chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) weapons and related materials. This is done on behalf of the G7-led Global Partnership Against the Spread of Weapons and Materials of Mass Destruction. Project activities include: (1) creating a dashboard that tracks CBRN disinformation related to Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine; (2) providing rapid dashboard and disinformation trends analysis; (3) developing case studies related to various aspects of CBRN disinformation; (4) mapping and characterizing disinformation narratives and tactics related to Ukraine and beyond; (5) developing best practice guidance and measures related to countering CBRN disinformation; (6) consolidating expert opinions on different elements of CBRN disinformation, including needs, impacts and potential interventions; (7) creating a dedicated project web-platform and project social media account to house and disseminate project outputs; and (8) developing and delivering bespoke briefings, trainings and related materials on CBRN disinformation.

Organization:

Global Affairs Canada

Expected Results:

The expected outcomes of this project include: (1) increased ability by members of the G7-led Global Partnership Against the Spread of Weapons and Materials of Mass Destruction and key stakeholders to identify and recognize weapons of mass destruction and related CBRN disinformation; and (2) developed and implemented mitigation strategies.

Location:

BALTIMORE, US 21218

Reference Number:

064-2023-2024-Q4-00027

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Amendment Date

Jul 28, 2025

Recipient's Legal Name:

Johns Hopkins University

Federal Riding Name:

Not Coded

Federal Riding Number:

Program:

Weapon Threat Reducti Prog(former GPP)-C

Program Purpose:

The purpose of the Weapon Threat Reduction Program is to reduce the threat posed by the proliferation and use of weapons of mass
destruction and select conventional weapons

Amendments:

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