Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Biodiversity governance innovation programme (BioGov) in Suriname
Agreement Number:
7464038 P012537001
Agreement Value:
$3,100,000.00
Agreement Date:
Dec 12, 2024 - Mar 31, 2029
Description:
This project seeks to enhance the conservation and protection of biodiversity, through improved governance and monitoring, to improve the quality of life for citizens of Suriname. The project primarily focuses on women and Indigenous Peoples, who rely more heavily on natural resources for livelihoods, health, and sanitation. Project activities include: (1) providing technical assistance from biodiversity experts to develop implementation plans for National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans that address the needs of vulnerable people; (2) establishing a data management system for national biodiversity focal points and other relevant government institutions; (3) supporting the engagement of women, Indigenous People, and tribal groups to participate in designing and managing select biodiversity project areas; (4) strengthening biodiversity negotiation and advocacy skills of relevant government representatives; (5) providing technical assistance to national biodiversity focal points and relevant government institutions to revise laws, policies, and regulations based on localizing biodiversity-related multilateral environmental agreements; and (6) developing biodiversity finance proposals with experienced writers and government staff (learning by doing).
Organization:
Global Affairs Canada
Expected Results:
The expected outcomes of this project include: (1) increased effectiveness of the government of Suriname to implement gender-responsive and culturally sensitive National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans and action and implement other biodiversity priorities; and (2) strengthened gender-responsive and inclusive leadership in and implementation of international biodiversity agreements, including linkages to finance mechanisms, by Suriname.
Location:
Calgary, Alberta, CA T2X 1Z2
Reference Number:
064-2024-2025-Q3-00142
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
3203120560594
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Legal Name:
Alinea International Ltd
Federal Riding Name:
Calgary Midnapore
Federal Riding Number:
48008
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.