Aceh gets aid from Canada

Aceh gets aid from Canada

JAKARTA: Canada is committed to providing grants worth Rp 53
million (about US$25,000) for two community projects in Aceh,
Canadian embassy Lawrence T. Dickenson said here yesterday.

The first project will focus on income generation for women
through duck raising, gardening and horticulture initiatives. The
Rp 25 million project in Blang Mirau will be handled by the
Yadesa foundation.

The second is a sewing and embroidery program for Ajun village
women, which will be administered by the Bhakti Pemuda
Foundation. The Rp 28 million in aid is expected to benefit 650
families. (pan)