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Title:

INPOWER: A proposal for Incorporating Needs of Women for Equality in Reproductive and Sexual Health

Agreement Number:

WP240029

Agreement Value:

$496,000.00

Agreement Date:

Oct 28, 2024 - Mar 31, 2026

Description:

Through this 17-month project, The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada (The SOGC) will build its capacity to advance gender equality. It will address the needs and barriers to equality for women in relation to their reproductive and sexual health. This project will aim to use evidence-based information about the sexual and reproductive health, and obstetrics and gynaecology needs of healthcare providers and patients, with special consideration for underserved groups. The SOGC will improve key competencies to develop expertise and better serve communities. This project will include knowledge and tool development, a review and updates of existing policies, and development of strategic and operational plans. The objective of this project is to build the long-term capacity of the SOGC to reduce inequities for women’s obstetrical, gynaecological, and sexual and reproductive health.

Organization:

Women and Gender Equality Canada

Expected Results:

Women and stakeholders have access to supports to address issues relating to equality between women and men.

Location:

Ottawa, Ontario, CA K1B 1A7

Reference Number:

190-2024-2025-Q3-00049

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Recipient's Legal Name:

The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada

Program:

Women's Program

Program Purpose:

The purpose of the Women’s Program is to advance equality for women in Canada by working to address or remove systemic barriers impeding women’s progress and advancement. The WP supports the Government of Canada’s goal of advancing gender equality in Canada. It is consistent with Government of Canada priorities related to economic prosperity, and supports Canada’s international commitments related to gender equality.