Title:
Institutional Support to the UN Voluntary Fund for Victims of Torture 2024-25
Agreement Number:
7475350 P015666002
Agreement Value:
$60,000.00
Agreement Date:
Feb 27, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
Description:
The overarching objective of the work supported by the UN Voluntary Trust Fund for Victims of Torture is to assist victims of torture and their families to rebuild their lives through the award of grants through a variety of channels, including: civil society organizations, associations of victims, private and public hospitals, legal clinics, public interest law firms, and community organizations.
Organization:
Global Affairs Canada
Expected Results:
-Capacity building of grantees through regular communication and on-site visits, including pre-screening visit to first time applicants
-Direct assistance to an estimated 50,000 victims of torture and their family members through 183 projects implemented in 93 countries around the world
-Capacity building of individuals, organizations or specialized networks providing direct assistance to victims of torture and their family members through 7 capacity-building projects
-Implementation of the grant and administration system
Reference Number:
064-2025-2026-Q4-0113
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Recipient's Legal Name:
United Nations Voluntary Fund for V
Program:
UN Voluntary Fund for Victims of Torture
Program Purpose:
The grant to the UN Voluntary Fund for Victims of Torture is an articulation of Canada’s values; namely freedom, democracy, the rule of law and human rights. The Fund supports international programming and activities to address the needs of victims of torture.