The project will be implemented in the Northern, Eastern, North Central and Uva Provinces through the indirect management of the World Bank (WB), UNDP, and the British Council.In partnering with the WB, the EU will allocate Euro 22.5 million from its grant funds of the STRIDE Project to the ‘Performance Grant Scheme’ of the “Local Development Support Project” which is financed by the World Bank (USD 70 million).Local Development Support Project aims to support development in war-affected and lagging provinces, improve coordination in local service delivery and promote economic opportunities, inclusiveness, and social cohesion.
The EU will provide Euro 10 million under the STRIDE Project for financing the capacity development of local authorities and communities to plan and manage above performance grants initiatives, the statement said. Local mediation boards will be strengthened under this project focusing on effective judicial processes and improving the mediation mechanisms. The EU will provide Euro 7 million for financing this component.