United Nations Agreements) That Guide International Assistance Policies and Programs

Ensuring that foreign aid budgets are fully funded is a good investment in the United States. A withdrawal would only have negative consequences for the United States and our allies. It is important to note that we have seen an increase in international aid spending by countries whose objectives are different from ours. China and Russia, for example, have shown no commitment to fighting corruption in developing countries; On the contrary, part of their aid expenditure directly contributed to the misappropriation of funds. They are placed with predatory credit structures and little consideration for how this credit is monitored, how countries treat their citizens, or how natural resources are managed responsibly. If the U.S. reduces its exposure, our ability to foster a transparent operating environment will corrupt businesses in general, which could have serious implications for the U.S. Studies also show that the safety of women and girls is one of the best predictors of a state`s tranquility. Footnote 76 When women and girls have the security they need, communities are safer, poverty decreases, development opportunities increase, and entire families benefit.

Footnote 77 Post-conflict peacebuilding and state-building offer important opportunities to promote women`s rights and gender equality. “13. States and international organizations, in cooperation with non-governmental organizations, must create favourable conditions at the national, regional and international levels to ensure the full and effective enjoyment of human rights. States should eliminate all violations of human rights and their causes, as well as obstacles to the enjoyment of those rights. “Any international treaty or agreement concluded by a Member of the United Nations. are registered with the Secretariat and published by it as soon as possible. »; (Article 102 of the Charter of the United Nations) In each action area, Canada recognizes the importance of gender equality and the role that empowered women and girls can play in building a better future for themselves and their communities as a whole. True justice for survivors of sexual and gender-based violence cannot be achieved if perpetrators are not brought to justice. Governments – and in particular police and judicial systems – need greater capacity to strengthen laws and services so that perpetrators can be held fully accountable for sexual crimes. Just as inclusive growth is growth that works for all, inclusive governance is governance that effectively serves and engages all citizens, regardless of gender or other facets of personal identity. Inclusive governance is key to achieving SDG 16 (peace, justice and strong institutions).

The development assistance policy of the United States of America aims to achieve its objectives through a variety of programs that can be divided into several main categories. According to CRS calculations, foreign aid expenditure from 2016 onwards can be broken down as follows: V. Legislative and administrative measures to improve mutual legal assistance and law enforcement and other forms of international cooperation A feminist approach to international assistance places gender equality at the heart of efforts to reduce poverty and build peace by combating discrimination against women and women. girls all over the world. Challenge and recognize that inequalities exist in the world. Intersection lines. Reform of the justice system is also needed to ensure that women and girls have equal access to justice, including equal protection of their rights by state institutions such as the police, prosecutors, judges and courts. In particular, special measures may be needed to protect and support women`s rights defenders who are subjected to ongoing intimidation, violence and abuse. The commitment to a feminist approach to international assistance represents a significant shift in what we do and how we do it.

Women are more susceptible to nutritional deficiencies, especially if they are pregnant, breastfeeding, or experiencing a growth spurt in adolescence. Footnote 25 Gender discrimination in some societies means that women and girls eat the least and eat last. As a result, they are twice as likely to be malnourished as men and boys. Footnote 26 However, the 2015 United Nations Global Study on Women, Peace and Security concluded that significant gaps remain. For example, sexual and gender-based violence against women and girls in conflict situations is becoming increasingly widespread; Women continue to be marginalized in peace processes; Women`s rights defenders in conflict situations continue to be harassed, imprisoned and murdered; and targeted efforts to achieve gender equality in response to conflict remain weak and fragmented. Canada has a reputation for working constructively with a wide range of multilateral partners. Canada will rely on its membership in key multilateral groups – including the United Nations, the G7, the G20, the Commonwealth, La Francophonie and others – to work towards gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls. We will continue to talk about the value of diversity and inclusion and the importance of human rights for all. We will lead the way on climate action, renew our relationships with Indigenous peoples in Canada and abroad, and advocate for progressive approaches to migration and refugee assistance. The International Labour Organization promotes international labour rights by formulating international standards for freedom of association, collective bargaining, the abolition of forced labour and equal opportunities and treatment. Canada, for its part, will support developing countries in their efforts to create stable regulatory systems that can attract investment and help businesses succeed. Canada will partner with the private sector to attract co-financing and investment, help find new solutions to development challenges, and create more opportunities for the poorest and most vulnerable to benefit from economic growth.

Canada`s Feminist International Assistance will help protect and promote the human rights of all vulnerable and marginalized groups and increase their participation in decision-making on an equal footing. This will help women and girls have more equitable access to the resources they need to ensure sustainable economic and social equality. The commitment to a feminist approach to international assistance represents a significant change in the way we work. A feminist approach is much more than focusing on women and girls; Rather, it is the most effective way to address the causes of poverty. Given the particular risks posed by humanitarian crises to women and girls, Canada is also committed to increasing its support to women and girls in its humanitarian relief efforts and to local groups providing emergency relief, including local women`s organizations. To support maternal, newborn and child health, Canada will deliver on its 2015 to 2020 commitment to invest $3.5 billion in programs to strengthen health and data systems, improve nutrition and fight infectious diseases. When it comes to gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls, a more integrated approach is needed, including diplomacy, trade, security and the expertise of various Canadian government departments and agencies. This is in line with the 2030 Agenda, which recognises that global challenges are interconnected and require a coordinated response. As the economies of developing countries strengthen and become more stable, Canada has the opportunity to enter into new mutually beneficial trading partnerships […].