Category Archives: Food Security

Gender Sensitization and Equality Training Held in Beralaliya

A training session on Gender Sensitization and Equality Development was conducted in Beralaliya, Welipitiya, Matara District. The training was led by Mrs. Kanchana Mapalagama, a National Level Resource Person from the Development Officer division of the Ministry of Child Development and Women’s Affairs. Also in attendance were Mrs. Wasanthi from Agricultural Research and Production Assistance, Ms. Nayanathara, a Field Officer, and Ms. Ramani, a Volunteer. The event was organized by the Caritas SED Galle Food Security Project.

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Training on Livestock Production Conducted for CBO Members in Welipitiya Division

In 2011, a training programme on livestock production was conducted by Mrs. A.L.F. Farvin (Veterinary Surgeon) and Mr. Tharindu W. (Livestock Development Officer).

Mrs. Chamila, Mrs. Nanayakkara, Mrs. Wasanthi, and Mr. Fiham—Agricultural Research and Production Assistants—also participated in the session.

The training was attended by 15 members of Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) in the Welipitiya Division, Matara District, under the initiative of Caritas SED Galle.

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Chick Distribution Ceremony Held Under Food Security Program in Hiniduma, Thunhiripana, and Holuwagoda

A ceremony was held on 27th May 2025 to distribute chicks to CBO members from Hiniduma, Thunhiripana, and Holuwagoda under the Food Security Program titled “Improving Rural Livelihoods, Enhancing Food Security, and Building Resilience in Sri Lanka.”

The event was attended by the Reverend Director, Assistant Divisional Secretary (Bope/Poddala), Economic Development Officer, Agricultural Research and Production Assistants, and staff members of the CSG.

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