The Ontario government is launching a call for proposals for new community-based projects that support survivors of gender-based violence.
Over the next three years, the province has $100 million earmarked for a cross-government action plan to address gender-based violence. It is looking for initiatives that focus on preventing violence through education and awareness, building safer, healthier communities, and enhancing well-being and economic opportunities for people and families.
“Our government has a zero tolerance for violence against women and children in all its forms and we are taking action to prevent and address gender-based violence and its root causes,” said MPP Vic Fedeli in a news release.
“We encourage our local organization that support victims to submit projects to help more people gain financial independence and assist survivors to rebuild their lives, so they and their families can live safely and securely.”
The call for proposals is open until Oct. 11. Organizations with innovative projects or approaches that help prevent or address gender-based violence are invited to apply. The province will invest in projects that respond to the needs of local communities in four key areas:
- education and awareness
- early intervention and prevention
- community planning and service integration
- economic security and financial independence
