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Title:

Capacity Empowerment Plan

Agreement Number:

SO230150

Agreement Value:

$416,364.00

Agreement Date:

Nov 6, 2023 - Mar 31, 2027

Description:

Through this 41-month project, PEI Transgender Network (PEITN) will build stronger capacity of 2SLGTBI+ community organizations and network to advance 2SLGTBQI+ equality. The project will address the organization’s capacity to gather knowledge and resources, while addressing data gaps pertaining to the community. This will allow PEITN to identify common barriers faced by community members in Prince Edward Island. This will be achieved by strengthening the organizational governance structure and advocacy planning, and by designing and implementing a strategic plan that is developed by and for transgender and gender diverse community. With the supplemental funds and extension provided in early 2026, the PEI Transgender Network (PEITN) will advance equity by strengthening organizational capacity through the development of project management and GBA Plus–informed tools and resources. The project will enhance human resources systems by embedding GBA Plus perspectives into core HR products, including the Employee Handbook; conducting a trans inclusive, anti oppression, and decolonial audit of existing HR materials; and developing a comprehensive Fund Development Strategy. Through this work they will further advance Gender Equality.

Organization:

Women and Gender Equality Canada

Expected Results:

Partnerships and collaborations are established and/or strengthened to support the LGBTQ2 movement LGBTQ2 organizations have increased knowledge and capacity to advance equality with respect to sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression.

Location:

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, CA C1A 4R3

Reference Number:

001-2023-2024-Q3-00016

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Additional Information:

Increase of agreement value, Change of end date

Amendment Date

May 7, 2026

Recipient's Legal Name:

PEI Transgender Network Ltd

Program:

Equality for Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression Program

Program Purpose:

The purpose of ESSOGIE program is to advance social, political and economic equality with respect to sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

Advancement towards a greater understanding of the intersection of sex and gender with other identity factors that include race, national and ethnic origin, Indigenous origin or identity, age, sexual orientation, socio-economic condition, place of residence and disability are encouraged under the Program.

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