New Grants Program Announced for Community Violence Prevention

Press Release

September 24, 2024

The Honourable Pam Parsons, Minister Responsible for Women and Gender Equality, today announced a call for proposals for a new Community Violence Prevention Grants Program that will see $525,000 distributed to groups and organizations throughout the province in 2024-25.

Funding for the program is made possible through a $13.6-million, four-year bilateral agreement with Women and Gender Equality Canada under the National Action Plan to End Gender-based Violence.

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.

Consideration will be given to proposals that focus on:

Building community support networks, especially at the regional and/or municipal levels.
Supporting survivors, their families, and their communities.
Engaging men and boys in gender-based violence prevention.
Ending the normalization of violence within communities.
Addressing stigma against gender-based violence.
Promoting healing and mental well-being of those impacted by gender-based violence.

Program guidelines, criteria, application form and contact information can be found here. Applications must be submitted to the provincial Office of Women and Gender Equality on or before October 21, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. Newfoundland Time.

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“As we launch this new Community Violence Prevention Program, we take a critical step towards ensuring the safety and well-being of all residents of Newfoundland and Labrador. This program represents our collective commitment to addressing the root causes of violence, providing support for those affected, and fostering safer, stronger communities. Together, we will create a future where every person can thrive, free from fear and harm.”
Honourable Pam Parsons
Minister Responsible for Women and Gender Equality

“Survivors of gender-based violence deserve timely support, and I am proud that the investments from the National Action Plan to End Gender-based Violence will support groups and organizations in Newfoundland and Labrador to do just that. This is proof that when governments work together, we can create a more inclusive, safe and equal place to live for women, girls, and all Newfoundlanders and Labradorians.”
Honourable Marci Ien
Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth

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