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Title:

Implementing the Code of Conduct for Gathering Information about conflict sexual violence

Agreement Number:

7449377 P012439001

Agreement Value:

$4,272,100.61

Agreement Date:

Mar 30, 2023 - Mar 31, 2026

Description:

The Global Code of Conduct for Gathering and Using Information about Systematic and Conflict-Related Sexual Violence is a code of conduct and standards for the safe, effective and ethical gathering and use of victim or survivor information on systematic and conflict-related sexual violence. A system developed through global consultations, with survivors at the heart of its work. The creation of the Code responds to the proliferation of harmful information-gathering approaches that are not sensitive to survivor trauma, are uncoordinated and are ineffective for documentation purposes. These harmful practices include re-traumatization, personal security, violations of privacy rights, and failed justice outcomes. This Project focuses on building awareness and implementing the Code with key stakeholders, such as investigation authorities, humanitarian actors, civil society, media, policy-makers, governments and other organizations and individuals working on information-gathering with survivors. Using the Code properly means integrating it into systems, processes, policies, contracts and terms of reference of investigation teams. Targeted activities can occur in Colombia, Iraq, Myanmar, Syria and Ukraine, among others.

Organization:

Global Affairs Canada

Expected Results:

The expected results for this project include: (1) strengthened empowerment of survivors to exercise their rights and share their information in safer and more effective ways; (2) increased qualified andbetter prepared gatherers and users of information work with survivors to enhance their rights safely and effectively; and (3) improved communication, coordination and cooperation within and across sectors to ensure increased respect for survivor rights.

Location:

The Hague, NL

Reference Number:

064-2024-2025-Q2-00542

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Additional Information:

Belated reporting

Recipient's Operating Name:

The Institute for International Criminal Investigations (IICI)

Recipient's Legal Name:

The Institute for International Criminal Investigations (IICI)

Program:

Peace and Stabilization Operations

Program Purpose:

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.