International Development Grant
Support to the 15th ministerial United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
Project Number: CA-3-P010070001
Status: Closed
Country/Region: Unknown
Regional Focus:
Maximum Contribution: $248,170.00
Start Date: November 26, 2021
End Date: June 30, 2022
Duration: 1.0 years
Project Description
This project aims to support the participation of delegates from less developed countries (LDCs) in the 15th ministerial United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD 15) held virtually from October 4 to 7 2021.
Expected Results
The expected outcomes for this project include: (1) increased level of participation of attendees from LDCs; (2) increased capacity of these delegations to articulate their local perspectives through guaranteed internet connectivity; and (3) increased participation of women in decision making.
Progress & Results Achieved
Results achieved as of November 2022 include: (1) increased attendees’ participation level from 16 less developed countries through support to connectivity national events and communication; (2) successful participation of youth women and girls; (3) increased visibility of women panelists and decision-makers through gender-balanced panels.
Key Information
Executing Agency:
UNCTAD - United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
Reporting Organization:
Global Affairs Canada
Program:
NGM Americas
Last Modified:
September 19, 2025
Development Classifications
DAC Sector:
Aid Type: Project-type interventions
Collaboration: Bilateral
Finance Type: Aid grant excluding debt reorganisation
Selection Mechanism:
Department-Initiated