Building the Capacity of Enchanté: a network of 2SLGBTQ+ centres of Canada

The purpose of ESSOGIE program is to advance social, political and economic equality with respect to sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. Advancement towards a greater understanding of the intersection of sex and gender with other identity factors that include race, national and ethnic origin, Indigenous origin or identity, age, sexual orientation, socio-economic condition, place of residence and disability are encouraged under the Program. This 31-month project will address organizational capacity needs of The Enchanté Network to support its incorporation and expansion from coast to coast, strengthen its governance, develop and implement a communication strategy, work on partnership development, organize its founding national general meeting and provide micro grants to support the capacity building of LGBTQ2 centres and establishment of other centres across the country. The additional funding of $700,000 will allow for the continued expansion of the organization by further strengthening its communication practices, mobilizing and disseminating knowledge on its members' capacity, as well as providing them with micro-granting and supports services, and fostering the networking and collaboration between LGBTQ2 service centres. The organization will also join forces with Fierté Canada Pride and 2 Spirits in Motion Foundation to development joint policies, procedures and capacity-building programming, thereby strengthening the infrastructure of LGBTQ2 organizations across the country. The additional funding of $105,000 will allow for the development of a robust, long-term strategic plan and a broad overview of the Canadian 2SLGBTQ+ community organizations landscape. The organization will also refine its internal processes to support the needs of its expanding membership and update its branding, communications, and marketing practices accordingly. The “Centre in a Box” service, a one-stop-shop providing foundational information and resources, will also be created in response to its member organizations’ requests for capacity building resources.

Eligibility

Partnerships and collaborations are established and/or strengthened to support the LGBTQ2 movement LGBTQ2 organizations have increased knowledge and capacity to advance equality with respect to sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression.