Grants and Contributions:

Title:

Sustainability for 2SLGBTQIA+ Community Capacity-Building in Waterloo Region

Agreement Number:

SO230199

Agreement Value:

$133,458.00

Agreement Date:

Nov 6, 2023 - Mar 31, 2026

Description:

Through this 30-month project, Rainbow Coalition of Waterloo Region (RCWR) will build stronger capacity to support 2SLGBTQI+ community organizations and networks to advance 2SLGBTQI+ equality. This project will address various issues, including a lack of community feedback across diverse 2SLGBTQI+ communities, capacity-building support for grassroots 2SLGBTQI+ organizations, and limited foundational capacity of RCWR. The project will include the development of a strategic plan that is responsive to local 2SLGBTQI+ community needs, the creation of a Community Advisory Council, and regular Community Forums to better understand community needs and experiences. It will also increase capacity of 2SLGBTQI+ community leaders within RCWR's network and provide training for Board members, Council members, and volunteers to support sustainability, including governance, grant-writing, and anti-racism initiatives. RCWR will enhance its organizational profile, including clear branding and digital presence, to increase its visibility, impact, and partnership development. The project's success will be evaluated through feedback from the Council, surveys of participants, and regular reviews of organizational capacity and strategic goals.

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:

Waterloo, Ontario, CA N2J 4L6

Reference Number:

001-2023-2024-Q3-00065

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Recipient's Legal Name:

Rainbow Coalition of Waterloo Region

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.