Promoting Eco-Friendly Farming: Vermicompost Training Conducted in Tharapuram Village

As part of its ongoing efforts to promote sustainable agriculture and self-reliance, Caritas Valvuthayam, through its Food Security Project, organized a practical training session on Vermicompost Fertilizer Production in Tharapuram Village, Mannar District. The training was conducted with the support of a qualified Agriculture Instructor, who provided hands-on guidance to participants on how to produce […]
World Environment Day 2025 Celebrated in Alavakkai Model Village

On June 5th, 2025, Caritas Valvuthayam’s SSEP Unit (Stepping Stone to Safeguarding Sri Lanka’s Natural Resources) led a vibrant celebration of World Environment Day under the global theme: “Beat Plastic Pollution – Protect Nature, Secure Our Future!” The event was held in Alavakkai, one of Caritas Valvuthayam’s model villages in Mannar District, and brought together […]
Caritas Valvuthayam Empowers Communities Through PRA & Village Development Planning in Thoddaveli

Caritas Valvuthayam’s Food Security Unit successfully organized a Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) and Village Development Planning session in Thoddaveli on March 11, 2025, at 9:30 am with the support of Caritas Norway. This initiative aimed to empower local communities by assessing resources, understanding village history, and forming a Community-Based Organization (CBO) to lead future development […]
Caritas Valvuthayam and Zonal Education Office Organized Science Seminar for GCE O/L Students

Caritas Valvuthayam, in collaboration with the Zonal Education Office – Mannar, continues its commitment to empowering students by organizing subject-based Science Seminars for GCE Ordinary Level (O/L) students. With the generous funding support from Caritas Korea, today’s sessions provided critical exam-focused guidance to help students and prepare effectively for their upcoming Science examinations. Seminar Centers […]
Caritas Valvuthayam’s February Newsletter 2025

Caritas Valvuthayam Conducts Science Seminars for O/L Students in Nanattan Division

Caritas Valvuthayam, with the generous support of Caritas Korea, organized Science Seminars on February 28, 2025, in the Nanattan Division of Mannar. These subject-based seminars, conducted in collaboration with the Zonal Education Department, aimed to provide exam-focused guidance and structured learning strategies to GCE Ordinary Level (O/L) students. The seminars were held at two centers, […]
Caritas Norway Visits Caritas Sri Lanka for Food Security Evaluation

Caritas Sri Lanka welcomed representatives from Caritas Norway for an evaluation visit to review the impact of last year’s Food Security Program. The meeting, held at Caritas Chilaw, brought together diocesan teams engaged in food security initiatives to assess progress, share insights, and strengthen future collaborations. A key highlight of the event was a 10-minute […]
Building Bridges and Teamwork: A Two-Day Session for IT Students at Valvuthayam Vocational Training Centre

On a bright and engaging day, 51 enthusiastic IT students from Valvuthayam Vocational Training Centre, located in the vibrant regions of Mannar and Vavuniya, gathered for an enriching two-day team-building session, The first session took place at the Vavuniya Centre on January 10th, followed by the second session at the Mannar Centre on January 15th. […]
Valvuthayam Vocational Training Institute Reopens for 2025 with ICTT Computer Courses

Valvuthayam Vocational Training Institute has reopened its doors in January 2025, bringing fresh opportunities for students in the Mannar and Vavuniya districts. This year, the institute proudly launches the ICTT (NVQ Level 3) computer courses, which began on January 6th, equipping students with essential digital skills for the modern job market. At the Mannar Centre, […]
Caritas Valvuthayam’s January Newsletter 2025
