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Title:

Faces for Gender Equality – LGBTQ2I+ Rights in Central America

Agreement Number:

7447307 P009901001

Agreement Value:

$3,400,000.00

Agreement Date:

Feb 7, 2023 - Mar 31, 2028

Description:

This project seeks to reduce barriers to (LGBTQ2I+) gender equality in contributing to poverty reduction in Central America. The project aims to enhance the socio-economic well-being and political empowerment of 2,800 LGBTQ2I+ individuals across its four target countries (El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua) through capacity-building, awareness-raising, and the reduction of discrimination. Project activities include: (1) implementing national strategies for the legal recognition of gender identity; (2) organizing regional forums with duty-bearers and civil society organization; (3) training regional stakeholders on gender equality, human rights, and inclusive language; and (4) co-developing local and national regulatory frameworks on gender-inclusive employment with civil society stakeholders.

Organization:

Global Affairs Canada

Expected Results:

The expected outcomes for this project include: (1) strengthened protection and promotion of the fundamental rights and gender equality of LGBTQ2I+ persons; (2) increased participation of LGBTQ2I+ people in equal decision-making and in democratic processes; and (3) increased employment, inclusion and economic empowerment of LGBTQ2I+ people in the region.

Location:

Queijas, PT

Reference Number:

064-2024-2025-Q2-00464

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Additional Information:

Belated reporting

Recipient's Operating Name:

OIKOS - Cooperation and Dvelopment

Recipient's Legal Name:

OIKOS - Cooperation and Dvelopment

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.