Human dignity for all
The communities we serve are empowered to enjoy greater inclusivity, freedom, rights; access to basic needs & be responsible for decisions that affect them.
Caritas Sri Lanka - SEDEC
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Welcome to CARITAS Sri Lanka - SEDEC
Caritas Sri Lanka-SEDEC is the social arm of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Sri Lanka and is affiliated to Caritas Internationalis, a confederation of 162 Catholic relief, development, and social service organizations present in 200 countries and territories.
Our national centre is located in the Archdiocese of Colombo, Sri Lanka’s capital city. Our vision is radiated to the far corners of the island through 13 Diocesan Centres. Caritas Sri Lanka-SEDEC is also the national secretariat of the National Catholic Commission for Justice Peace and Human Development.
Latest News
Latest happenings from Caritas network around the country
Caritas Pakistan visit SEDEC
09th AprilA six member staff from Caritas Pakistan arrived in Sri Lanka on 8th April 2019 on a 6 day exposure and exchange visit. They wish to learn from the project activities of Caritas Sri Lanka and at the same time share their own experiences of projects being implemented in Pakistan. On the 8th of April...
CI Consultation on “The future of work, Labour after “Laudato Si”
08th AprilRev. Fr. Mahendra Gunatilleke attends Consultation on “The Future of Work, Labour after Laudato Si” – Caritas Internationalis Consultation on Decent Work – project “The future of Work, Labour after Laudato Si” held in Geneva from 18th to 20th March 2019. Caritas Sri Lanka among the selected member organisations privileged to be invited to the...
Caritas Internationalis Management Standard (CI MS) Workshop at SEDEC
03rd AprilCaritas Sri Lanka (CSL) from its inception has tried its best to maintain maximum standard of humanitarian services within its limited operational framework displaying greater transparency and accountability in its activities, programme and projects. In addition, CSL as a faith based organization is registered under a Parliamentary Act. Therefore the organization does not fall under...
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OUR CAUSES
Our contribution towards ending poverty, promoting justice and restoring dignity
Economic development
The communities we serve develop greater resiliance through sustained income, sustainable employment or income generating activities.
Justice Peace & Reconciliation
The communities we serve are able to enjoy peace with justice reconciliation, harmony and co-exist with people of different races and religions.
Disaster Mitigation and Environmental protection
The communities we serve develop greater resiliance and capacity to be better prepared, mitigate and respond effectively to disasters, crisis & calamities.