Planned Parenthood Toronto - OM for/pour New Understanding (NU)

Planned Parenthood Toronto - OM for/pour New Understanding (NU)

Grant programYouth Opportunities Fund
Grant typeYOF - Grassroots Innovation
Amount awarded$74,800
Duration24 months
Year2016-2017
Location served
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Toronto
Population servedLesbian, gay, bi-sexual, transgender, two-spirit, queer (LGBTTQ+) youth, Newcomer youth, Youth in low-income situations or from low-income families
Age group15 to 19 years, 20 to 25 years
DescriptionDelivering a project at the idea or conceptual stage with a grant of $74,800 over 24 months to create a mixed-media blog for newcomer, immigrant and second generation youth (NISY) and LGBTTQ+ youth. It will discuss their concerns and perspectives, expanding and diversifying sexual health conversations in the Greater Toronto Area. Using storytelling and the arts, NISY will be empowered to share stories that consider culture, religion and values, increase awareness of sexual health and build relationships among NISY.
Grant resultYouth are engaged in their community
Grant statusClosed