Caritas Valvuthayam Raises Awareness on Drug and Alcohol Abuse Among Students in Talaimannar
As part of its mission to protect and empower young people affected by crisis and conflict, Caritas Valvuthayam, through its Educational Assistance Unit, conducted a vital awareness seminar on the dangers of narcotic drugs and alcohol on 15th June 2025 at St. Lawrence’s Church, Talaimannar. The program was held under the “Educational Assistance to Economic […]
Sweet Success Ahead: Beekeeping Training Empowers Women in Asikkulam
As part of its commitment to promoting sustainable livelihoods, Caritas Valvuthayam, through its Food Security Project, conducted a Beekeeping Training session in Asikkulam village, Vavuniya District. The training was facilitated by an experienced Agricultural Instructor (AI) who introduced participants to the basics of apiculture, including bee colony management, hive maintenance, and honey extraction techniques. Beekeeping […]
Caritas Sri Lanka (SEDEC) Conducts Monitoring Visit on Food Security Project in Mannar and Vavuniya
A dedicated monitoring visit was carried out by the Food Security team of Caritas Sri Lanka (SEDEC) to assess the ongoing implementation and progress of the Food Security Project managed by Caritas Valvuthayam. The three-day visit focused on evaluating field-level impact, engaging with beneficiaries, and understanding local challenges and achievements in project execution. The SEDEC […]
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 […]
Director’s Field Visit to Food Security Project Sites in Vavuniya
Vavuniya, Sri Lanka –The Director of Caritas Valvuthayam, Rev. Fr. G. A. Arulraj Croos, recently undertook a field visit to Food Security Project target villages in the Vavuniya district, reaffirming the organization’s deep commitment to supporting vulnerable farming communities. One of the key highlights of the visit was the seed distribution event held in Manipuram […]
Empowering Families through Home Gardening – A Community Exhibition in Vavuniya
Vavuniya, Sri Lanka –A remarkable initiative took place at the Manipuram Thurkkai Amman Preschool in Vavuniya, where the preschool parents, who are also active participants in Caritas Valvuthayam’s ongoing Food Security Project, organized a community exhibition and sale of fresh vegetables harvested from their own home gardens. This initiative, rooted in self-reliance and sustainability, showcased […]
Caritas Valvuthayam Promotes Sustainable Agriculture Among School Children
As part of its ongoing Food Security Project, Caritas Valvuthayam successfully conducted a training program on sustainable agricultural techniques at MN/Thoddavely GTMS, Mannar. The session was designed to educate and inspire school children to embrace eco-friendly farming practices that ensure long-term food security and environmental sustainability. The training was led by the Agriculture Instructor (AI) […]
