Caritas SED Galle is a charitable organization dedicated to justice, peace, and human development in the Southern Province of Sri Lanka. As the Diocesan Centre for Social and Economic Development, we work towards uplifting the needy, fostering harmony, and providing essential support in times of crisis. Rooted in Gospel values and universal solidarity, we strive to build a better world for all, regardless of religion or ethnicity.
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A capacity-building program aimed at enhancing income generation opportunities for youth and women was conducted on 5th December 2025 in Jadura, Hambantota, under the Food Security Project.
The training focused on mushroom cultivation, an increasingly popular and profitable income-generating activity for rural communities. Selected Community-Based Organization (CBO) members participated in the session, gaining practical knowledge on the full cultivation process—from substrate preparation and spawning to harvesting and marketing.
A capacity-building session on mapping potential farm products and value chains was held on 5th December 2025 at the Barawakubuka Church, Hambantota, under the ongoing Food Security Project.
The program brought together selected Community-Based Organization (CBO) members, representing five groups from the Barawakubuka area. The training aimed to strengthen community knowledge on identifying viable agricultural products and understanding their market pathways.
A comprehensive Beekeeping Training Program was conducted on 6th December 2020 in Karagahawala, Hambantota, as part of the ongoing Food Security Project.
The program brought together selected Community-Based Organization (CBO) members, representing five organized groups from the Karagahawala area. The training aimed to strengthen livelihood opportunities, enhance household income, and promote sustainable agricultural practices within the community.
In a coordinated relief effort, Caritas SED Galle and CoDeSeP, together with the Parishioners of the Galle Diocese, collected and dispatched vital relief materials to Caritas SETHMINI in Ratnapura.
A large consignment of relief items collected from the Parishioners and the Self Help Group Members of Caritas SED Galle and CoDeSeP in the Diocese of Galle has been officially handed over to Caritas USCOD in Badulla.
Self Help Group (SHG) members from across the Southern Province came together in a united effort to collect essential relief items for families in need. The initiative, supported by Caritas SED Galle and CoDeSeP, saw active participation from parish communities and SHG groups who contributed food, clothing, and other necessities.
