International Development Grant

Women and Youth-Led Peace and Reconciliation in Iraq

Project Number: CA-3-P011910001

Status: Operational

Country/Region:

Iraq 100.00%

Maximum Contribution: $2,430,645.00

Start Date: February 08, 2023

End Date: December 31, 2024

Duration: 1.9 years

Project Description

The project aims to strengthen social cohesion in diverse communities of Al Hamdaniya District and Ninewa Governorate. Project activities include: (1) enabling inclusive and gender-responsive peace and reconciliation processes through research capacity building and dialogue sessions for key stakeholders; and (2) conducting training networking and advocacy to increase women and youth's leadership in the delivery of gender-responsive peacebuilding and reconciliation initiatives.

Expected Results

The expected outcomes of the project include: (1) strengthened locally-led inclusive and gender-responsive reconciliation processes; and (2) enhanced leadership of women and youth to deliver inclusive and gender-responsive peacebuilding and reconciliation initiatives.

Key Information

Executing Agency:
Mercy Corps

Reporting Organization:
Global Affairs Canada

Program:
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Last Modified:
September 19, 2025

Development Classifications

DAC Sector:

Civilian peace-building conflict prevention and resolution 100%

Aid Type: Project-type interventions

Collaboration: Bilateral

Finance Type: Aid grant excluding debt reorganisation

Selection Mechanism:
Foreign Affairs and Trade Gs&Cs

Policy Markers
Level 1 Gender equality
Level 1 Youth Issues
Major Funding (>$1M)
Budget Breakdown
2022-04-01 to 2023-03-31 $2,430,645 CAD
Geographic Information
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Reference ID: 375