Peacebuilders International (Canada)

Peacebuilders International (Canada)

Grant programYouth Opportunities Fund
Grant typeYOF - System Innovations
Amount awarded$1,246,000
Duration60 months
Year2025-2026
Location served
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Toronto
Population servedBlack youth, Racialized youth, Newcomer youth, Youth living with disabilities or special needs between the ages of 12 to 29, Youth living with mental health needs and/or addictions between the ages of 12 to 29, Youth in conflict or at risk of being in conflict with the law, Youth in low-income situations or from low-income families, Youth who are homeless or at risk of being homeless, Youth who are not engaged and/or at risk of not being engaged with education, employment, and training programs, Youth involved in the justice system
Age group12 to 14 years, 15 to 19 years
DescriptionSupporting collaborative work with a $1,246,000 grant over 5 years to improve access to culturally relevant supports and mentors for Black and Newcomer youth involved in the justice process in Toronto by equipping service providers, families and caregivers to better support and advocate for youth. This collaborative will conduct the groundwork and implementation to encourage accessible services and decision-making models that consider systemic barriers when serving youth.
Grant resultSupporting youth in and/or leaving care and/or involved in the justice system to navigate and access resources for wellbeing
Grant statusActive