Norway provides $ 3.5 million for local empowerment through ILO

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Norway has extended support up to NOK 30 million ($ 3.5 million) to expand the ongoing project on ‘Local Empowerment through Economic Development and Reconciliation’ (LEED+) implemented by ILO.

Ambassador of Norway to Sri Lanka Thorbjørn Gaustadsæther and International Labour Organization (ILO) Country Director Simrin Singh signed the agreement on Thursday.

This project is jointly-funded by Australia and Norway, and it aims to improve sustainable livelihoods for the vulnerable population in Northern Province by establishing and strengthening local cooperatives, improving small and medium enterprises, and empowering women.

Particular focus will be on vulnerable women and persons with disabilities.

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