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“Homes not Houses” project funded by the European Union at the Batticaloa International Trade Exhibition (BITE)

"Homes not Houses" project Funded by the European Union was a part of the Batticaloa International Trade Exhibition (BITE), which was held at the Shivanantha College Ground in Batticaloa from the 5th to 7th October 2018 which was attended by over 15,000 participants....

Hatton National Bank (HNB) – Drops of Life – CSR Water and Sanitation Project

As part of its commitment towards establishing meaningful partnerships with Corporates, Habitat for Humanity Sri Lanka partnered with Hatton National Bank (HNB) to launch the ‘Drops of Life Project’ in March 2018. Targeting the improvement of water, sanitation and...

Thillainathan (far right) and Ushathevi (center) with their children (from left) Dinesh, Shanmugasivam and Aishwarya in front of their Habitat house after it was completed in August 2017. Photo: Habitat for Humanity/Jim Kendall.

Habitat for Humanity Sri Lanka builds a brighter future with families in ‘Homes not Houses’ project funded by the European Union

Funded by the European Union, the project is implemented by Habitat for Humanity Sri Lanka and World Vision Sri Lanka. As of 31 May, 2018, 353 homes have been constructed and more than 1,836 homes are currently in different phases of construction in the eastern district of Batticaloa and the northern districts of Kilinochchi and Mullaitivu.

Kalutara Housing Project – Handing-over Ceremony

Habitat Sri Lanka celebrated the completion of the Kalutara Housing Project yesterday, 25th April 2018 among the company and generosity of the donors and 37 homeowner families. The project was aimed to provide improved and decent housing to low-income families in the...

Habitat for Humanity Sri Lanka welcomes Yu Hwa Li as National Director

Habitat for Humanity Sri Lanka is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Yu Hwa Li to the leadership role of National Director from February 2018. Counting over 25 years of experience in the non-profit sector, Mr. Yu Hwa Li is an experienced NGO leader in...

HNB Al-Najah partners with Habitat for Humanity Sri Lanka to launch ‘Drops of Life’ Project’

Furthering its mission to serve as a partner in progress to all Sri Lankans, Hatton National Bank’s Islamic Banking arm, HNB Al-Najah entered into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Habitat for Humanity Sri Lanka (HFHSL) to launch the ‘Drops of Life Project’for...

Habitat for Humanity Sri Lanka on a mission to forge ‘Partnerships with Purpose’

COLOMBO, 22 January 2017 Habitat for Humanity Sri Lanka’s (HFHSL) President and Chairman of the National Board of Directors – Lakshan Madurasinghe’s unique Habitat journey started with him volunteering at a Habitat Build event, and thereafter led to over a decade long...

From a Volunteer to Board Chairman – Lakshan Madurasinghe’s life-changing journey at Habitat for Humanity Sri Lanka

COLOMBO, 5 December 2017: On International Volunteer Day, which is celebrated universally on 5th December, to foster a spirit of volunteerism amongst individuals and organizations alike, Habitat for Humanity Sri Lanka (HFHSL) would like to highlight the story of its...

Corporate ‘Global Village’ volunteers from KEPCO Korea partner with Habitat for Humanity in Batticaloa

A group of 42 Global Village volunteers from Korea Electric Power Corporation(KEPCO) joined Habitat Sri Lanka to build homes for families in Batticaloa, Sri Lanka. The volunteers donated USD 14,350 and assisted in the construction of 8 homes through this GV build....

Habitat for Humanity Sri Lanka marks World Habitat Day by sharing knowledge on alternative construction technologies

COLOMBO, 31 October 2017 ─World Habitat Day is observed each year on the first Monday in October, designated by the United Nations more than 30 years ago to focus attention on the basic right of all people to have adequate shelter. Habitat for Humanity Sri Lanka...

Habitat for Humanity Sri Lanka partners with Coca-Cola on a ‘Corporate Team Build’ program

KALUTARA – 25 August 2017 -The staff of Coca-Cola Beverages Sri Lanka Ltd. joined hands with Habitat for Humanity Sri Lanka recently in Kalutara, for a unique volunteer experience through Habitat’s ‘Corporate Team Build’. Over 20 volunteers came together to...

Habitat for Humanity Sri Lanka Constructs 80 Homes in Kegalle District

Helping families achieve strength, stability and self-reliance through shelter In celebration of National Housing Day, Habitat for Humanity Sri Lanka (HFHSL) ceremoniously handed over 80 houses constructed for families affected by landslides in the Kegalle District on...

"Homes Not Houses" : CSEB Alternative Contuction Technology
The "Homes not Houses" project funded by the European Union in Sri Lanka and the Maldives implemented jointly by Habitat for Humanity and World Vision Lanka promotes the use of alternative construction technology such as CSEB (Compressed Stabilized Earth Blocks) which are stronger and more eco-friendly than conventional bricks. Here's an exclusive look at how these blocks are made!#HabitatSriLanka #HomesNotHouses
Habitat for Humanity Sri Lankaさんの投稿 2018年6月28日木曜日

Happy National Housing Day!
Happy National Housing Day! While celebrating the smiles we've had the honor of impacting with your support, let's also reflect on the strength, stability and self-reliance that having a permanent home brings to a family! #NationalHousingDay #HabitatSriLanka
Habitat for Humanity Sri Lankaさんの投稿 2018年6月23日土曜日