NGO'S (Non Governmental Organisation) Of Grenada

Inter Agency Group of Development Organization (IAGDO)

The Inter Agency Group of Development Organizations (IAGDO) was founded in November 1988 as the umbrella body for indigenous development NGOs in Grenada. It was created in response to the growing number of development organizations at the time and the need for closer collaboration to strengthen community development efforts.

The IAGDO’s aim is to provide a united and collaborative approach to development work among its members. Six agencies were involved in its formation:

- Agency for Rural Transformation Ltd. (ART)

- Grenada Save the Children (GRENSAVE)

-Grenada Food and Nutrition Council (GFNC)

-Grenada National Council for the Disabled (GNCD)

- Grenada Union of Productive Co-operatives (GUPC)

-Grenada Community Development Agency (GRENCODA)

IAGDO – Key Achievements (1988–present)

·        Recognition of NGOs:

-NGO Desk (1996) – Ministry of Finance

- Multipartite Committee (1998) – govt., labor, private sector

- Committee of Social Partners (2013) – govt., labor, private, faith groups, NGOs

·        Non-State Actors Panel (2010–2014): Chaired civil society participation under EU–ACP Cotonou Agreement.

·        Growth & Poverty Reduction Strategy (2008): Civil society action plan.

·        Code of Political Conduct (1999–2018): Developed and monitored codes for political campaigns.

·        Grouping of CSOs (2013–2018): Promoted civic engagement; contributed to Social Compact & Constitutional Reform (2014–2016).

·        Joint Projects:

-Hurricane Ivan Relief (2004–2006)

- UNDP Livelihoods Project (2009)

-CEDAW Shadow Report, Geneva (2012)

-Millennium Development Goals – Hunger (2013)

·        Regional & International Links:

-Founder, Caribbean Policy Development Centre (1991)

- Commonwealth Foundation People’s Fora (1995, 1999, 2003)

Hosted CPDC Caribbean Civil Society Fora (2001, 2007)

Grenada National Organization of women(GNOW)

The Grenada National Organization of Women (GNOW) is the umbrella NGO representing women in Grenada. Launched on April 23, 1995 and registered in 1996, GNOW works to meet the needs of women across all sectors of society. It promotes gender equality, equity, women’s empowerment, and women’s participation in national development ,including the economic, social, and political spheres ;while attracting both national and international support. Grenada National Organization of Women (GNOW) - Search

Funding agencies’, Other, UN Women

Sectors: Advocacy, Gender, Health, Human Rights, Training.

Grenada National Council For The Disabled (GNCD)

Objectives

The general objective of the Council is to guide, focus, and direct persons with disabilities to take responsibility and to take action for their well-being and to advocate on behalf of persons with disabilities in Grenada.

Success and Achievements

• The recognition of the organization within the community
• Improved attitudes in Grenada toward disabled persons in general.
• Massage Clinic at the Grand Anse Beach operated by visually impaired certified
• White Cane Industries

A home for children and adults mentally & physically challenged

Grenada National Trust

• Establishment & Legal Basis The GNT was empowered by an Act of Parliament on 12 April 1967 (Ordinance 20 of 1967), which formalized its mandate.
• Mandate / Purpose GNT’s legal responsibilities include:
  1. Listing buildings, monuments, places of architectural, historic, or prehistoric interest, and places of natural beauty (including their fauna and flora).
  2. Recording (photographically and architecturally) these sites.
  3. Preserving historic / artistic objects and establishing museums.
  4. Raising public awareness about the value of heritage.
  5. Advising, preserving property for public benefit,including acquiring property.
  6. Preserving underwater or submarine areas of historic or natura

• Goals
  1. Conserving and maintaining heritage assets to international standards. Increasing visitor numbers (local & international) to heritage sites throughout Grenada, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique via safe, well-managed access.
  2. Raising national awareness through marketing, public relations, and media.
  3. Developing the Trust’s financial and professional capacity.
  4. Growing membership (both individual & corporate) and securing private & public sector partnerships.
  5. Acting as a lead voice with government and other entities on heritage matters.

GrenChap inc

Foundation & Background:

• Founded in 2001, initially focusing on Men who have Sex with Men (MSM).
• Established in response to the regional partnership between The Global Fund and PANCAP.
• The Global Fund is a public/private partnership supporting prevention and treatment of HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria, providing significant funding to PANCAP in the Caribbean.

Current Focus:

• GrenCHAP is now a non-governmental organization promoting Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) and Human Rights, with special focus on marginalized populations, including LGBT communities and sex workers.

Funding & Support:

• Financial support has been received from PEPFAR, the Caribbean HIV/AIDS Alliance, amfAR, and currently the Open Society Foundations (OS
• Goals:

1. Conduct comprehensive research on marginalized populations in Grenada to inform policies and programs.
2. Strengthen organizational capacity and visibility while ensuring growth, sustainability, and accountability.
3. Foster an environment where marginalized populations can access health and social services without fear of stigma or discrimination. About Us - GrenCHAP

Planned Parenthood Association (Grenada)

The Grenada Planned Parenthood Association (GPPA) operates two full-time clinics in St. George’s and St. Andrew’s, aiming to empower individuals with the knowledge and resources to decide whether, when, and how many children to have. In collaboration with government outlets, private physicians, and partner agencies, GPPA provides comprehensive reproductive health services such as pap smears, pregnancy tests, contraceptives, counseling, and nurse training. The organization also promotes family planning education nationwide through media outreach and community meetings. A major priority of GPPA is reducing Grenada’s high rate of teenage pregnancy, which poses significant challenges to the health and future prospects of young mothers and their children. To address this, GPPA runs youth health clinics that offer sexual and reproductive health advice, life skills, and remedial academic training for teenagers who have left the formal education system

Agency For Rural Transportation Ltd.

is a non-profit, non-governmental organization in Grenada, established in 1981 and formally registered in 1985. Its mission is “Empowering People! Transforming Communities!!” with a focus on disadvantaged rural populations, including children, youth, women, small farmers, craft producers, and female-headed households. ART’s programs emphasize community education, rural youth development, sustainable livelihoods, and health promotion. Notable achievements include international recognition for revitalizing the beekeeping sector (2002), a regional award for the Eat Local, Eat Healthy campaign (1999), and pioneering popular theatre for HIV/AIDS education in 2003. Despite challenges such as limited resources, hurricane-damaged facilities, and ongoing poverty, ART remains a key contributor to rural development and community empowerment in Grenada.

Grenada Save The Children (Grensave)

Grenada Save the Children Development Agency (GRENSAVE)

Type: Non-Governmental Organization (NGO)

Founded: 1963 (incorporated as GRENSAVE in 1985)

Mission: “A Community Development Agency committed to provide support, guidance, education and advocacy in order to improve the quality of life of all children.”

Focus: Advocating for children and families, community development, education, health, and social welfare.

Overview:

GRENSAVE is the oldest children- and family-focused NGO in Grenada. Originally operated by the British Save the Children (1963–1969) and later by the Canadian Save the Children Fund (CANSAVE), it became a fully local NGO in 1985. Over the decades, GRENSAVE has evolved its approach from addressing inadequate social conditions in housing, education, nutrition, and health, to promoting community development, child well-being, and self-sufficiency.

Key Programs & Achievements:

·        Rural nutrition programs (milk and soya meals)

·        Student sponsorship and scholarship programs

·        Integrated community development in four communities

·        Children’s Day Care Centre’s and Pre-schools

·        Youth clubs and mentoring programs (Big Brother/Big Sister)

·        Adolescent support and counseling (including adolescent mothers program)

·        Women’s income-generating projects (coconut oil, sewing/crafts, woodwork)

·        Children’s Christmas parties, summer camps, after-school programs, and library programs

·        Home of the Grenada Coalition on the Rights of the Child (GNCRC)

Social Assistance:

GRENSAVE provides support to disadvantaged individuals through donations of food, clothing, school supplies, and household items, as well as referrals for child abuse and other social issues, serving as a central clearinghouse for community assistance.