Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Technical Assistance Partnership - Department of Justice of Canada
Agreement Number:
7451537 P012389001
Agreement Value:
$3,600,000.00
Agreement Date:
Sep 11, 2023 - Jun 30, 2028
Description:
The Technical Assistance Partnership – Government of Canada project supports the Department of Justice Canada in deploying its lawyers and legal experts to build the capacity of national government entities responsible for legal systems and legislation in countries eligible for official development assistance (ODA). The project also aims to improve the well-being of the poorest, most marginalized and vulnerable populations by aligning with Canada's Feminist International Assistance Policy (FIAP) while contributing to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Project activities include : (1) supporting national government entities in partner countries to address the differentiated needs of women and men through gender-sensitive laws and regulations; (2) improving access to justice for women and girls; (3) strengthening legal systems and promoting reforms that eliminate all forms of discrimination; (4) supporting the protection of women's human rights; (5) raising Canadians' awareness of international development issues, including Canada's SDGs and FIAP, through public engagement activities; and (6) organizing technical visits to Canada.
The project seeks to support 9 or 10 technical assistance initiatives over five years.
Organization:
Global Affairs Canada
Expected Results:
The expected results of the project include: (1) support for the development of effective, inclusive, accountable, sustainable, resilient and gender-sensitive national legal entities in ODA recipient countries ; and (2) increased participation and support by Canadians for Canada's international aid efforts.
Location:
Ottawa, Ontario, CA K1A 0H8
Reference Number:
064-2024-2025-Q2-00565
Agreement Type:
Grant
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Additional Information:
Belated reporting
Recipient's Operating Name:
Department of Justice Canada
Recipient's Legal Name:
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE CANADA
Federal Riding Name:
Ottawa Centre
Federal Riding Number:
35075
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.