About the fund:
The objective of the Path Forward community Funds is to increase community safety planning and capacity building to ensure the self-determination of indigenous communities in addressing indigenous-specific systemic causes of gender-based violence and safety planning
The distribution of medium size grants will be guided by diverse Indigenous People(s) who will serve on the adjudication committee that reflect the various regions, on-and off-reserve, disabled community members, LGBTQA2S+ communities, and Elders and youth, First Nations, Inuit, Métis, and non-status communities. The Path Forward Community Fund will be accessible to First Nations communities, urban / off-reserve communities, Métis and 2SLGBTQQIA+ communities
The Path Forward funds eligible activities include:
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Building capacity
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Hosting engagement and facilitation
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Support the development of crisis response plans
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Materials for communication plans
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Information sharing and tools to navigate the justice and public safety systems
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Culturally appropriate safety training
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Cultural support and Healing
