Vision
To work towards improving and uplifting the quality of life of people in our villages, towns, and the country, guided by religious, national, educational, and ethical principles.
ජන ප්රගති සංසදය
Uplifting life in our villages, towns and country. — Janapragathi Sansadaya
To work towards improving and uplifting the quality of life of people in our villages, towns, and the country, guided by religious, national, educational, and ethical principles.
Stronger Communities
Programmes designed with the village, and carried out by the people who live in it.
Better Tomorrow
Education, health awareness and livelihoods — the work whose results arrive years later.
Progress for All
Roads, canals, housing and relief, reaching the households that need them most.
Mission
To empower and unite communities by promoting responsible citizenship, education, ethical values, social harmony, and sustainable development, while working collectively to create a better, safer, and more prosperous society for present and future generations.
Our work
Development that happens with the village, not to it
Our initiatives focus on community development, education and health awareness, infrastructure and agricultural development, self-employment and entrepreneurship, social welfare, and disaster relief. We also collaborate with local and international organisations, institutions, individuals, and other stakeholders to bring together knowledge, expertise, resources, and support for communities in need.
Infrastructure
Rehabilitating a canal system that had not been cleared in seventy years.
Community
Neighbours turning out to move material for a village construction project.
Education
Supporting schoolchildren and the staff who teach them.
What we do
Providing assistance to low-income and homeless individuals and families to obtain suitable housing.
Supporting the development and improvement of roads and other local infrastructure.
Conducting health programmes, educational services, and public awareness programmes.
Supporting the development and improvement of agricultural practices and irrigation systems.
Promoting self employment and supporting individuals to become successful entrepreneurs.
Working towards creating a prosperous, sustainable, and better living environment for the community.
Providing relief, assistance, and necessary support to individuals and families affected by natural disasters and other emergencies.
Projects
Our work in the community
FeaturedJanuary 10, 2025
Empowering Women Through Entrepreneurship
Supporting women through entrepreneurship training financial assistance and awareness programs to help them develop sustainable livelihoods and achieve greater economic independence.
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FeaturedMarch 1, 2023
Reviving Remuna Wewa: Canal Rehabilitation Project
Description: Rehabilitation of the five kilometer canal system and restoration of 20 connecting canals to improve drainage reduce flooding and support the livelihoods of communities in Kalutara.
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FeaturedFebruary 18, 2022
Kalutara District Home Gardening Program for the Well-being and Advancement of the Community
Kalutara District Home Gardening Program for the Well-being and Advancement of the Community
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Get in touch
Let’s work together for a better tomorrow
Our journey is built on unity, compassion, and collective action. If you would like to learn more about our work, support our initiatives, partner with us, or contribute to the development of our communities, we would be pleased to hear from you.
- Visit us
- No. 22, Mangalasiripura, Bellapitiya, Horana, Kalutara, Sri Lanka