Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Improving Access to Civil Justice in Latin America
Agreement Number:
5007061715 P000607001
Agreement Value:
$7,322,000.00
Agreement Date:
Jul 30, 2015 - Mar 31, 2023
Description:
This project aims to increase access for men and women in Latin America to equitable and efficient civil justice that respects the rights of those involved in legal proceedings. The project supports a regional approach to civil justice reform in Latin America and seeks to facilitate more transparent and predictable legal frameworks and procedures for dispute resolution.
Project activities include: (1) identifying the key challenges for civil justice and developing effective responses to them; (2) providing technical assistance to governments in testing and implementing reforms; (3) developing training courses for justice professionals and stakeholders, including civil society representatives, academics, legal assistance providers and members of the media, on the implementation and promotion of civil justice reforms; and (4) promoting civil justice reform and strengthening ties between stakeholders by developing a regional network of civil justice practitioners, hosting knowledge-sharing events and facilitating policy dialogue seminars.
Organization:
Global Affairs Canada
Expected Results:
The expected outcomes for this project include: (1) improved civil justice practices and procedures implemented by local and national governments in Latin America; and (2) increased contributions by civil justice stakeholders in support of civil justice reforms in Latin America.
Location:
Santiago, CL
Reference Number:
GC-2016-Q2-0159
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Additional Information:
The end date is changed to 2023-03-31
Amendment Date
Nov 10, 2021
Recipient's Legal Name:
Justice Studies Center of the Americas (JSCA)
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.
Amendments: