EU Reaffirms Global Human Rights Commitment With TT$6.2 Million To Support Vulnerable Groups In T&T

The European Union is providing TT$6.2 million in grants to two civil society organisations in Trinidad and Tobago to strengthen the protection of migrants and refugees and to support efforts to prevent and respond to gender-based violence (GBV).

The grants, awarded to the Trinidad and Tobago Red Cross Society (TTRCS) and the Coalition Against Domestic Violence (CADV), reaffirm the EU’s longstanding partnership with civil society in Trinidad and Tobago and its commitment to promoting human rights, equality, human dignity, and inclusive societies.

The Trinidad and Tobago Red Cross Society has received TT$3.6 million for Additional Actions for Championing Migrant Rights in Trinidad & Tobago – Phase 2. Building on the Unity in Diversity project, the initiative will strengthen protection mechanisms and access to essential services for migrants and refugees. Activities will include integrated protection case management and emergency assistance, as well as improved access to healthcare, psychosocial support and legal aid. The project will also expand child-friendly spaces, recognising the specific protection needs of children and families affected by migration.