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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
A Grateful Farewell and a Warm Welcome: Caritas Sri Lanka Embraces New Leadership
09th JulyOn the 27th of June 2025, the Caritas Sri Lanka-SEDEC organized a ceremonial event to honour the outgoing leadership and extend a warm welcome to the new Bishop Chairman of Caritas Sri Lanka. The day brought the Caritas family together to reflect on the legacy of its past leaders while embracing the vision and guidance...
Building Bridges: Bringing Plantation Youth Together for Peace and Leadership
08th JulyCaritas Sri Lanka, in collaboration with Caritas Ratnapura – Sethmini and with the generous support of AGIAMONDO, successfully conducted a two-day residential workshop titled “Building Bridges: Bringing Plantation Youth Together for Peace and Leadership” on the 24th and 25th of June 2025 at the Buluthota Retreat Centre. This workshop was specially designed for youth from...
Strengthening Bonds for Sustainable Development: Partner Visit by Irasil Foundation to Caritas Sri Lanka Diocesan Centres
08th JulyFrom the 27th of May to the 9th of June 2025, Caritas Sri Lanka had the privilege of hosting Mr. Gerard Chitty and Mrs. Shivanthi Chitty from the Irasil Foundation on a partner visit across several diocesan centres and affiliated institutions. This important visit was aimed at assessing the progress, impact, and sustainability of projects...
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Community Empowerment & Safe Migration (CE&SM)
Published on 08th July
Strengthening Bonds for Sustainable Development: Partner Visit by Irasil Foundation to Caritas Sri Lanka Diocesan Centres
Sustainable Peace & Justice (SP&J)
Published on 08th July
Empowered in Christ: Ecumenical Youth Programme Unites Christian Youth Across Sri Lanka
Sustainable Agriculture & Food Security unit (SA&FS)
Published on 11th June
Caritas Sri Lanka’s Food Security program Rooted in Resilience: The Inspiring Story of Mr. S.A. Sebasthiyan and His Demonstration Farm
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