EU funds Justice Institute project to empower Amerindian communities

The Justice Institute of Guyana has secured key funding from the European Union (EU) to implement a project which is aimed at promoting self-sufficiency in Amerindian communities, and building a more equitable and democratic society.

The $51.2 million dollars EU grant will allow Amerindian Village Councils to function more efficiently and effectively by strengthening their capacity to be more productive and self-sufficient, a press release from the EU said yesterday.

The project also focuses on strengthening the participation of Amerindian communities in