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Charity starts from recognition of lived realities of others. Empathy is fundamental as our breath. The combination of these propelled together with the commitment and conviction to make a difference results in sharing and practicing unity in the most meaningful manner.

Happy Tamil & Sinhala New Year!

Wishing everyone a peaceful Tamil & Sinhala New year!

Even in the most dire moments- women keep turning up- for themselves- their children and the next generation.

Women come together in small numbers to make lasting impacts to us all. In Sri Lanka we have time and time again benefited through their strength- in war- in conflict- during the economic crisis when they fed children when governments couldn't handle challenges- when climate impacts have pushed her to the brink but she has still held on to return back to cultivation and livelihood efforts.

Women's Day is a reminder for us to celebrate this strength, promote women from community to leadership roles and continue in our movement for

Celebrating women's day means more than that moment. For it is about the continued relationships and sharing for over 22 years with community grassroots women that lead to moments.

As we commemorate this important day- we cannot leave behind important groups of women that we work with and work for

1. participation of will change systems and are lives. is for everyone not just the vulnerable.

2.women heads of households are one of the most affected in Sri Lanka because of war and continued crisis relating to conflicts, economy and climate. Today they become also one of the most important groups to support as they come out of the cyclone impacts into facing challenges due to global wars.

3. women with disabilities matter. Their matter. There are conflict affected women in the war torn districts of the North and East Provinces in Sri Lanka that have been physically and mentally impacted by the war, and need additional support as they cannot enjoy or continue life as it was before. Rights of the matter. Defining who they are is the first step to recognition which can lead to empowerment.

This women's day we want to share with you that in any sphere means

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Support community efforts in reaching most affected and vulnerable populations. We are focusing on women, children and persons with disabilities. In addition we are supporting community volunteers so that they can better engage and support their own communities. Reach out to us for more details on focused support.