Grants and Contributions:
The expected outcomes for this project include: (1) strengthened Government of Sri Lanka practices to lead survivor-centric processes of accountability, truth-seeking, reparations for past violations; (2) improved positive relationships and mutual understanding between and among different groups, contributing to peaceful co-existence and sense of belonging for all in Sri Lanka; (3) improved effectiveness of state institutions to respond to the priorities of the Sri Lankan population; and (4) improved practices by the state to prioritize sustainable return, resettlement and/or local integration of conflict-displaced persons in Sri Lanka.
The Peace and Stabilization Operations Program (PSOPs) is an integral component of the Government of Canada’s toolbox to prevent and respond to conflicts and crises abroad. It supports rapid, effective, whole-of-government coordinated responses to a wide range of challenges and serves as a valuable instrument for supporting stability in conflict-affected regions. PSOPs provides visible and concrete assistance in response to conflicts and crises abroad through targeted programming, the deployment of Canadian police officers (in partnership with Public Safety Canada and the RCMP) and civilian personnel, and direct support to the UN and multilateral peace operations, conflict prevention, mediation, and peacebuilding efforts.