Province invests in supporting survivors of gender-based violence

“Alberta’s 10-year Strategy to End Gender-Based Violence is creating lasting change by preventing harm, supporting survivors and strengthening the community organizations people rely on every day,” said Tanya Fir, Minister of Arts, Culture and Status of Women. “This investment helps expand survivor-centred services and improve access to justice, so more Albertans can find the support they need, when and where they need it most.”

This investment aligns with Alberta’s 10-year strategy to end gender-based violence, which aims to prevent violence, address root causes and support survivors in their communities.

The funding will be awarded to eligible Alberta-based organizations and must be used for operational activities. The application process opens today and closes on June 23.

The grant supports community-based organizations through two funding streams, including one for existing recipients and one for new applicants.

The returning organizations can apply for grants ranging from $75,000 to $200,000 and new applicants can apply for grants from $50,000 to $100,000.

“When survivors are supported, communities are stronger. Through our National Action Plan to End Gender-based Violence, our federal government is proud to partner with Alberta to help ensure survivors can access the services, advocacy and justice they deserve. Meaningful change takes collaboration, and by working together with the provincial government, Indigenous communities and frontline organizations, we can build a more responsive system for survivors across Alberta,” said Rechie Valdez, federal Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism)

by rdnewsNOW staff

Province invests in supporting survivors of gender-based violence

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