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SOS Children’s Villages Sri Lanka Awarded at Women in Management and SLIM Awards
Wins ‘Best NGO/INGO’ in Fostering Women’s Empowerment at Women in Management and the Bronze Award for ‘Brand Awareness’ at SLIM DIGIS Awards 2021
SOS Children’s Villages Sri Lanka won top awards from Women in Management (WIM) and the Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM), reaching yet another milestone in its 40-year history of making a difference in the lives of vulnerable families, women, children, and youth. The organisation was awarded the ‘Best NGO/INGO’ in fostering women’s empowerment, and the Bronze Award for ‘Brand Awareness’ in the NGO Category, at the Top 50 Professional and Career Women Awards 2021 presented by (WIM) and the SLIM Digital Awards 2021, respectively.
Commenting on the recognition, Divakar Ratnadurai, National Director of SOS Children’s Villages Sri Lanka stated: “It is an honour for us to begin the year with the announcement of two outstanding awards. As an organisation, we have big hopes for the future of vulnerable families, women, children, and youth. Through several of our innovative social programmes, SOS Children’s Villages Sri Lanka has been at the forefront of empowering vulnerable women and girls. Among these programs are family-like care, family strengthening, and vocational training. It is an honour to be acknowledged for our efforts, and we pledge to continue to offer our services to society.”
Vocational training programs of SOS Children’s Villages Sri Lanka offer free vocational education to young adults, both male and female, in order for them to establish in a profession. Numerous young adults have taken advantage of the courses offered for their professional growth in the four SOS Vocational Training Centres in Sri Lanka.
“We believe that creating awareness amongst the community is of utmost importance in creating change. Therefore, our organisation does the best within its scope to conduct awareness through various media platforms. The primary purpose of our awareness initiatives is to search for donors and philanthropists who would be interested in helping SOS Children’s Villages to continue its social work in Sri Lanka,” added Divakar Ratnadurai.
SOS Children’s Villages Sri Lanka provides for nearly 900 children and youth across the country in its six children’s villages and youth homes. Currently, the family strengthening programme helps 1,660 women and young girls in areas such as education, career development, and nutrition. The programme also offers a number of facilities to help vulnerable families become strong and independent in society. Currently, 47 communities in Sri Lanka benefit from this program, which is offered in nine various locations around the country. Tailoring, animal husbandry, coir rope making, incense stick making, mushroom gardening, and other self-employment skills are taught as part of the programme.
The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) proudly facilitated the first-ever Sri Lankan delegation’s participation at Drupa 2024, the world’s largest trade fair for the printing industry and technology. Held after an eight-year hiatus, Drupa 2024 was a landmark event, marking significant advancements and opportunities in the global printing industry.
AHK Sri Lanka played a pivotal role in organising and supporting the delegation, which comprised 17 members from the Sri Lanka Association for Printers (SLAP), representing eight companies from the commercial, newspaper, stationery printing, and packaging industries. This pioneering effort by AHK Sri Lanka not only showcased the diverse capabilities of Sri Lanka’s printing sector but also facilitated vital bilateral discussions with key stakeholders from the German printing industry.
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Unveiling Ayugiri: Browns Hotels & Resorts sets the stage for a new era in luxury Ayurveda Wellness
In a captivating reimagining of luxury wellness tourism, Browns Hotels & Resorts proudly unveiled the exquisite Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya. This momentous occasion, celebrated amidst a vibrant and serene grand opening on the 6th of June, heralds a new chapter in the Ayurveda wellness tourism landscape in Sri Lanka. Nestled amidst 54 acres of unspoiled natural splendour, Ayugiri features 22 exclusive suites and stands out as the only luxury Ayurveda wellness resort in the country offering plunge pools in every room, rendering it truly one-of-a-kind.
The grand opening of Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort was an enchanting event, where guests were captivated by the melodies of flutists and violinists resonating through Sigiriya’s lush landscapes. As traditional drummers and dancers infused the air with vibrant energy, Browns Hotels & Resorts’ CEO, Eksath Wijeratne, Kotaro Katsuki, Acting Ambassador for the Embassy of Japan and General Manager, Buwaneka Bandara, unveiled the resort’s new logo, marking a significant moment witnessed by distinguished guests from the French Embassy, Ayurveda and wellness enthusiasts along with officials from the Sigiriya area, LOLC Holdings and Browns Group.
“Our strategic expansion into wellness tourism with Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya symbolises a significant milestone for Browns Hotels & Resorts. Wellness tourism has consistently outperformed the overall tourism industry for over a decade, reflecting a growing global interest in travel that goes beyond leisure to offer rejuvenation and holistic well-being. By integrating the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda with modern luxury, we aim to set a new standard in luxury wellness tourism in Sri Lanka. Whether your goal is prevention, healing, or a deeper connection to inner harmony, Ayugiri offers a sanctuary for holistic well-being” stated Eksath Wijeratne.
Ayugiri encapsulates the essence of life, inspired by the lotus flower held by the graceful queens of the infamous Sigiriya frescoes. Just as the lotus emerges from the murky depths, untainted and serene,
Ayugiri invites guests on a journey of purity and rejuvenation, harmonised with a balance of mind, body and spirit, the essence of nature, echoes of culture and the wisdom of ancient Ayurvedic healing.
HNB General Insurance, one of Sri Lanka’s leading general insurance providers, has been honored as the Best General Bancassurance Provider in Sri Lanka 2024 by the prestigious Global Banking and Finance Review – UK.
The esteemed accolade underscores HNB General Insurance’s unwavering commitment to excellence and its outstanding performance in the field of bancassurance. Through dedication and hard work, the HNB General Insurance team has continuously endeavored to deliver innovative insurance solutions, cultivate strong relationships with banking partners, and provide unparalleled service to customers nationwide. This recognition is a testament to the team’s dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence in the bancassurance business.
“We are honored to receive this prestigious award, which reflects our team’s tireless efforts and dedication to delivering value-added insurance solutions and exceptional service through our bancassurance partnerships,” said Sithumina Jayasundara, CEO of HNB General Insurance. “This recognition reaffirms our position as a trusted insurance provider in Sri Lanka and motivates us to continue striving for excellence in serving our customers and communities.”
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