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For decades, poverty alleviation in Sri Lanka has been defined by a single word: subsidies. Over the years, programs like Janasaviya, Samurdhi, and the recently introduced Aswesuma have provided relief to millions. However, a profound question remains at the heart of our new documentary video: Are we alleviating poverty, or are we simply sustaining it?

  The official opening of Sandhara Kegalle on 26 May 2026 marks an important milestone in promoting quality local production, empowering small-scale entrepreneurs, and strengthening community-based economic development in the Kegalle District. Established under the Right to Life Human Rights Centre’s “Sandhara” Social Entrepreneurship Programme in collaboration with the People Development Foundation, Sandhara Kegalle is a community-centered social entrepreneurship initiative aimed at

​​Torture is a terrible crime. It leaves both physical scars and deep mental wounds. For victims trying to get justice, the biggest challenge is often just proving that the abuse actually happened. ​At the Right to Life Human Rights Centre (R2L), we see this problem every day in our fight against police brutality. When the

In the face of the current global crises and the context of war, both the world’s and Sri Lanka’s economy are experiencing severe impacts. Consequently, there is a possibility that poverty levels may rise further in the future. We have entered an era where the fight against poverty must be intensified more than ever before.