Project
Sri Lanka: A future for tea plantation communities
In this project we focus on improving water and sanitation, health care and education for marginalized communities in the tea plantations of Deniyaya, Sri Lanka.
Creating a safe and stimulating environment for children
Sri Lanka’s tea plantations are home to (worker) communities that have often been socially, economically and politically isolated for generations. These communities are among the most vulnerable groups in Sri Lanka. Most workers live in small, overcrowded homes without running water and sanitation. They have limited access to health care and education, and job security is virtually non-existent. That’s why we are now improving access to clean water, sanitation, education and legal support for children and their families. This approach creates a safe and nurturing environment for children, while helping communities break the cycle of poverty and build a sustainable future.
About the project partner
Established in 1992, Sevalanka Foundation is a leading non-profit organisation in Sri Lanka that works for the most vulnerable communities, focusing on education, healthcare, income support and infrastructure development. With over 30 years of experience, Sevalanka has built a strong reputation in mobilising disadvantaged communities, including in tea plantations, where they work to improve living conditions and strengthen local capacities.
How we contribute to this project
The aim is to provide sustainable solutions that significantly improve the health, well-being and educational opportunities of over 220 families, including 200 young children. With Net4kids’ support, this target group will gain access to clean drinking water and latrines and water storage facilities at five Early Childhood Development Centers (ECDCs) will be renovated. In addition, we will promote education through infrastructure improvements and awareness sessions for parents on the importance of education. Mobile legal clinics will provide essential support in obtaining documents such as birth and marriage certificates, reducing inequality and increasing access to government services.
What can your company contribute?
Interested in contributing? Net4kids could be the ideal partner for your business, especially if you are active in the sustainable tea and coffee industry and strive for positive change within your supply chain. Together we can help improve the living conditions in the communities where your products come from, while directly impacting the lives of vulnerable children and their families. Let us work together towards a sustainable future and a responsible supply chain.