Distribution of transitional shelters

“This is an amazing effort for which each staff member should be proud,” Mr Navaratne said. “I know that every staff member is committed to helping those affected by the Tsunami in addition to our pre-Tsunami workload. I urge all staff to continue their excellent work with communities as they move into livelihood development.”

Representing Sewalanka at the ceremony, Director of Social Development Mr Tapan Barman presented an overview of the work completed by Sewalanka.

“I am very proud that Sewalanka Foundation has received this award from the State in recognition of our efforts,” Mr Barman said.
“Sewalanka Foundation has worked hard in all 11 Tsunami-affected districts and our achievements would not have been possible without the cooperation from the Government at every level.

“This award also represents the commitment of Sewalanka’s partners, staff and field-level volunteers to provide transitional shelters and hence bring some normality into the live of those affected by this disaster,” he said.

Sewalanka Foundation began its transitional shelter program in mid-January. The quick response would not have been possible without the support of international partners; German Agro Action, Concern Worldwide, DanChurchAid, People in Need and the Japan Centre for Conflict Prevention.