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Title:

Empowering Deaf Community Stakeholders - LEAF Jamaica

Agreement Number:

7453684 P013499001

Agreement Value:

$54,917.00

Agreement Date:

Oct 20, 2023 - Apr 30, 2025

Description:

This project aims to improve the lives of deaf and hard-of-hearing persons in Jamaica. The project does so by advocating for the rights of deaf and hard-of-hearing people while supporting educational opportunities for deaf students. Project activities include: (1) conducting disability rights training for stakeholders in the deaf community; (2) developing an advocacy plan to promote human rights for deaf and hard-of-hearing persons; and (3) organizing a science fair competition for schools for deaf students from across Jamaica to build interest in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics among students while showcasing the potential of the deaf community to the public. This project is part of the Local Engagement and Action Fund (LEAF) that supports civil society and local organizations across the Caribbean to implement initiatives that respond to local needs and advance the aims and strategic objectives of Canada’s Caribbean Regional Development Program.

Organization:

Global Affairs Canada

Expected Results:

The expected outcomes of this project include: (1) strengthened recognition of the rights of deaf and hard of hearing persons in Jamaica; and (2) increased educational opportunities for deaf and hard of hearing students in Jamaica.

Location:

Kingston, JM

Reference Number:

064-2024-2025-Q2-00625

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Additional Information:

Belated reporting

Recipient's Operating Name:

JAMAICA ASSOCIATION FOR THE DEAF

Recipient's Legal Name:

JAMAICA ASSOCIATION FOR THE DEAF

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.