Grants and Contributions:
Title:
ZapLab Opportunities for young Surinamese Maroons
Agreement Number:
7463151 P015064001
Agreement Value:
$47,000.00
Agreement Date:
Nov 18, 2024 - Jan 31, 2026
Description:
This project seeks to address the multifaceted challenges faced by Maroons youth, in the Marowijne and Brokopondo districts of Suriname, including high numbers of out-of-school youth and limited access to technological and educational resources. Project activities include: (1) conducting youth Science Technology Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) workshops; (2) providing hands-on training for the integration of technology with traditional crafts; and (3) helping youth develop projects that combine STEAM skills with traditional crafts. This project is implemented by Stichting Villa Zapakara voor Kind & Cultuur.
Organization:
Global Affairs Canada
Expected Results:
The expected outcomes of this project include: (1) enhanced employability and entrepreneurial potential among youth; (2) improved knowledge about local artistic crafts and how to integrate new technology within arts and crafts; (3) increased environmental awareness among youth; (4) successful creation of products that combine modern technology with traditional crafts; and (5) empowered Maroon youths to preserve cultural heritage and contribute towards sustainable economic development.
Location:
Paramaribo, SR
Reference Number:
064-2024-2025-Q3-00062
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Other
Recipient's Legal Name:
Stitchting Villa Zapakara
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.