Grants and Contributions:

Blossom ECHOES (Empowerment, Community, Hope, Outreach, Education, Support)

7463149 P015058001

$50,000.00

Nov 18, 2024 - Jan 31, 2026

This project seeks to address the critical issue of Gender-Based Violence in Guyana where one in every three women have experienced some form of physical and/or sexual violence. Project activities include: (1) training and awareness raising for youth on issues related to child sexual assault, gender-based violence, sexual reproductive health and rights, mental health, and comprehensive sexuality education; (2) training for community leaders and members on issues related to child sexual assault and gender-based violence; (3) education and training for community leaders and members on reporting protocols and referral systems for gender-based violence; and (4) establishing a community-based men’s action group to support gender-based violence prevention and response efforts. The project will benefit over 400 community members in Guyana’s Region 10 and is implemented by Blossom Inc.

Global Affairs Canada

The expected outcomes of this project include: (1) 60 youths gain knowledge on the prevention of gender-based violence and referral systems; (2) 45 community leaders gain knowledge on the prevention of gender-based violence and know the referral systems; (3) 105 community leaders are educated on and understand the referral protocols and systems; and (4) 1 men’s gender-based violence prevention action group formed to support the prevention of gender-based violence in their communities.

Georgetown, GY

064-2024-2025-Q3-00060

Contribution

Grants and Contributions

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Blossom Incorporated

International Development Assistance Program

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.