It will see $525,000 distributed to groups and organizations throughout the province in 2024-25.
Government has announced a call for proposals for a new Community Violence Prevention Grants Program. It will see $525,000 distributed to groups and organizations throughout the province in 2024-25. The program’s objectives support targeted and community-driven efforts, led by community partners within Newfoundland and Labrador, to address the complex root causes of gender-based violence, violence against women, girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people, particularly those living in rural areas, and to help reduce underlying risk factors that lead to harm and victimization. Projects must be related to community-based violence prevention, to a maximum request of $50,000. Applications must be submitted by October 21st.
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