RECOMMENDATION 1

The Government of Canada should continue to support the International Commission against Impunity in Guatemala.

RECOMMENDATION 2

The Government of Canada should provide direct support to local civil society organizations – and their Canadian civil society partners – that are working to fight impunity, strengthen the rule of law, advance women’s human rights and women’s empowerment, combat sexual- and gender-based violence, address indigenous rights and inclusion, and pursue transitional justice in Guatemala.

RECOMMENDATION 3

The Government of Canada should pursue opportunities to engage with the Government of Guatemala and Guatemalan civil society organizations on the women, peace and security agenda, including by supporting the development and implementation of Guatemala’s national action plan.

RECOMMENDATION 4

The Government of Canada should explore opportunities to support the National Police of Colombia in its efforts to strengthen rural policing, including through training initiatives.

RECOMMENDATION 5

As part of its development assistance to Colombia, the Government of Canada should provide targeted support to programs that are focused on the reintegration of former combatants.

RECOMMENDATION 6

The Government of Canada should provide on-the-ground support for the efforts of women’s organizations and women’s rights activists in Colombia, including in rural areas, towards the development and implementation of gender-responsive peace agreements.