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Project number CA-3-P015064001
Maximum contribution $47,000
Partner profile Stitchting Villa Zapakara
Start and end dates 2024-11-18 - 2024-11-18
Project status Operational
Lead department Global Affairs Canada
Responsibility centre / program NGM Americas
Description: This project seeks to address the multifaceted challenges faced by Maroons youth, in the Marowijne and Brokopondo districts of Suriname, including high numbers of out-of-school youth and limited access to technological and educational resources. Project activities include: (1) conducting youth Science Technology Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) workshops; (2) providing hands-on training for the integration of technology with traditional crafts; and (3) helping youth develop projects that combine STEAM skills with traditional crafts. This project is implemented by Stichting Villa Zapakara voor Kind & Cultuur.

Global Affairs Canada - manages Canada's diplomatic and consular relations, promotes the country's international trade and leads Canada’s international development and humanitarian assistance.
Includes cultural and artistic activities that reflect, preserve, and promote cultural identity, heritage, and creative expression.
Covers human resources management, labor market initiatives, and activities related to employment and workforce development.