Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Reducing Impunity for Crimes of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence in Honduras
Agreement Number:
7387227 P002813001
Agreement Value:
$4,995,941.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 23, 2018 - Mar 31, 2024
Description:
This project aims to strengthen the justice system’s response to high rates of gender-based crimes in Honduras, including femicides and crimes against LGBTQ2 persons, in eight departments in the country with the highest reported incidence of these offences. The goal is to improve investigations and enhance the prosecution of gender-based crimes through better preparation and argumentation of legal cases and support to and protection of victims.
Project activities include: (1) providing training and technical assistance to investigators, prosecutors and judges on investigation and case management techniques; (2) developing a quality control system for investigations of sexual and gender-based violence; (3) developing a system to monitor the progress and outcomes of all offences reported to the Attorney General’s Office; (4) supporting existing pilot initiatives like the use of video conferencing for testimony to protect the identity of victims and prevent re-victimization, and the use of DNA to enhance the effectiveness of evidence; (5) strengthening government and civil society support structures for victims of gender-based violence.
Organization:
Global Affairs Canada
Expected Results:
The expected outcomes for this project include: (1) improved investigations by Honduran justice actors of cases involving sexual and gender-based violence including femicides and crimes against LGTBQ2 people; (2) improved preparation, presentation and evaluation by Honduran justice actors of trials involving sexual and gender-based violence including femicides and crimes against LGBTQ2 people; and (3) enhanced protection for victims and witnesses of sexual and gender-based violence by justice actors in Honduras.
Location:
Vancouver, British Columbia, CA V6Z 2C5
Reference Number:
GC-2018-Q4-00145
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Amendment Date
Aug 31, 2022
Recipient's Legal Name:
Justice Education Society of British Columbia
Federal Riding Name:
Vancouver Centre
Federal Riding Number:
59034
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: