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Sarvodaya Leader Dr.A.T.Ariyaratne, on a visit to Japan addressed a Seminar on the theme “Learning to Change” organized by the Faculty of Policy Studies of the Chuo University. Dr.A.T.Ariyaratne’s lecture was followed by a panel discussion joined by Dr.Vinya Ariyaratne, Executive Director and Mr.Subesena De Silva, Deputy Executive Director – Field Operations. The seminar was […]

These are the meetings from a February 19th Council Meeting. It’s a bit late, but the depth of information is good. The meeting chaired by Ms.Udani Mendis started with a few minutes of meditation. Annex 1 gives the names of those attending the meeting. Matters Arising include Fisherfolk Policy, 5R Progress, Shanthi Sena Volunteers, Rebuilding, […]

A Foundation Stone and Vial of Water, Blessed by a Monk Dr. A.T. Ariyaratne visited Matara on an auspicious day. On the way we passed about 7 cars decked out in flowers, as those couples had chosen the same day to be married. Along with auspicious days, as determined by the position of the stars, […]

Sarvodaya and Holcim have begun rebuilding the village of Brahmanawatte, in the Galle District. The project consists of rebuilding 27 houses with material, technical and financial support. Pictured here are Dr. Ari of Sarvodaya and Peter Spirig of Holcim. You may view all the photos and a slideshow in the gallery.

Sarvodaya’s Economic Empowerment Arm, SEEDS, is now partially online. Please visit their section for more information. SEEDS is now the largest non-governmental micro-finance organization in Sri Lanka, giving economic empowerment to thousands who would otherwise be ignored – benefitting both them and the Sri Lankan economy at large. _Message From Sarath Hewagama, Chairman_ To those […]

On behalf of our sisters, brothers and children affected by the tsunami disaster and those of us who stood in solidarity with them I extend to all of you our love and heartfelt thanks for all the spiritual, moral, financial and in kind support you have given to Sarvodaya so far and are expecting to give in the future. Now we are ready to submit specific projects if you are prepared to fund them…

I have always travelled to Sri Lanka my home country, every year, and every year I have discovered something new and special about Sri Lanka. The tsunami disaster has brought me back home again, but this time to discover human tragedy at an indescribable level. When the tsunami disaster occurred my only wish was to […]

Today Sarvodaya Staff held an early morning meditation in the Vishva Nekitan Center. A crucial part of Sarvodaya Philosophy is that you must start with yourself to have peace in the world. This meditation was one small step towards the greater goal. Sarvodaya President and Founder Dr. A.T. Ariyaratne spoke at the gathering, as did […]

On the path to Deshodaya: moving from Phase I to Phase II of the 5R program February 2, 2005 Colombo, Sri Lanka: Dr. Ariyaratne addressed all Sarvodaya field workers today, and spoke about Sarvodaya’s plans for long-term rehabilitation and reawakening of tsunami-affected people. What follows is a synopsis of his talk. The first phase of […]

Sarvodaya President and Founder Dr. A.T. Ariyaratne with Tetsuro Fukuyama, Member, House of Councilors (Japan), Mrs. Fukuyama, and Mrs. Keiko Takami accompanied by Kichiro Iwase, Secretary to the Japanese Ambassador. They visited Sarvodaya Headquarters this morning. Mr. Fukuyama made a personal donation of 500,000 Yen while Mrs. Takami made a contribution of 1,000,000 Yen on […]