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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Caritas SED Galle successfully commemorated World Food Day 2025 under the theme “Hand in Hand for Better Foods and Better Future” on November 4, 2025, at the Caritas SED Galle premises.
The event was organized by Caritas SED Galle and featured 22 exhibition stalls showcasing the products and innovations of beneficiaries from Galle, Matara, and Hambantota districts under the Food Security Project. Participants presented a range of value-added food products, sustainable agricultural practices, and community-based food initiatives.
On October 25, 2025, essential Plant Nursery Materials and On-Farm Trials Program Resources were provided to Nadeeshani, a member of the Daha Amuna Community-Based Organization (CBO). The initiative aims to promote sustainable farming practices and support local agricultural development.
A Training Program on Food Preservation Techniques and Value-Added Food Production was successfully conducted on October 24, 2025, at Athapaththugama, Hambantota, under the Food Security Project. The program brought together participants from Athapaththugama and Meda Ara to enhance their knowledge and skills in sustainable food processing and income generation.
The session was conducted by Ms. Aruni Gunarathne, Agriculture Instructor from the Agrarian Centre, Angunakolapalassa, who provided hands-on training on methods such as drying, bottling, and preparing value-added food products to reduce post-harvest losses and increase household income.
The event was coordinated by Mr. Yasalal Priyantha, Field Officer, with the support of Mr. A. J. Chandrasena, Volunteer. Participants actively engaged in practical demonstrations and discussions, gaining valuable insights into small-scale entrepreneurship and food safety practices.
This initiative marks another successful step in empowering rural families to achieve greater food security and economic resilience through sustainable and innovative food production methods.
A Training Program on Laudato Si’ was successfully held on October 18, 2025, in Angunakolapalassa under the Food Security Project. The program focused on promoting Pope Francis’ message of caring for our common home by integrating environmental awareness and sustainable living into community development initiatives.
The session was led by Rev. Fr. Director Michael Rajendram, with the participation of Ms. Amitha (A.R. & P.A.), the Field Officer, and a Volunteer. Participants engaged in meaningful discussions on ecological responsibility, sustainable resource use, and the importance of protecting creation through practical actions in daily life and agriculture.
This program served as a valuable platform to strengthen community commitment toward ecological harmony, echoing the spirit of Laudato Si’ and its call for an integrated approach to faith, environment, and human development.
A special Programme on Sustainable Agriculture Techniques was successfully conducted at Watagedaramulla School, Welipitiya, under the Food Security Project. The initiative aimed to educate school children on environmentally friendly and sustainable farming practices, fostering awareness and responsibility toward food security from a young age.
An On-Farm Trials and Action Research Program was successfully conducted on October 16, 2025, in Welipitiya, Matara, under the Food Security Project. The program aimed to help farmers enhance their agricultural practices through hands-on experimentation and participatory learning.
The initiative was facilitated by Mr. I. Priyadarshana, Field Officer, together with a dedicated volunteer, who guided farmers in testing improved crop management techniques and sustainable cultivation methods suited to local conditions.
