CARE International

CARE International was awarded $10,000 in flexible funds for its gender-based violence initiative in Ecuador. In Ecuador, the overwhelming majority of women have suffered some form of violence, with 25% of women experiencing sexual violence in their lifetime. Through the Fighting Gender-Based Violence in Ecuador project, CARE will build the capacity of women’s community advocacy groups, educate 3000 women regarding their legal rights related to violence, and build alliances to influence public policy at local and national levels. Recommendation: $10,000