Safe Labor Migration

18 Dec 23

International Migration Day -2023

On December 18, 2023, Migrant Workers Day was celebrated at Colombo, Sri Lanka Forum College, organized by VOM (Voice of Migration). The special guest was the Honorable Manusha Nanayakkara, Foreign Employment Minister, and representatives from financial institutions such as SDC, Helvetas, Solitaries, and other civil organizations took part in the…

02 Dec 23

Field study by PREDO to learn the activities of SWOAD’s migrant workers unions and their experiences.

In order to learn about the activities and experiences of migrant labor unions operating under SWOAD, the members and administrators of the migrant labor unions of PREDO company working in Hatan Nuwaraeliya district conducted a field visit on 02.12.2023 in Sammantura Pradesh. In this discussion held under the leadership of…

19 Nov 19

3 Review discussions with development officers

It’s noteworthy that the project has undertaken review discussions involving 120 Development Officers for Foreign Employment (DO-FE) in Ampara district, under the Ministry of Foreign Employment. These discussions, conducted under the supervision of DOFE Coordinator A.M. Farzan, serve to clarify the purpose of the migrant workers’ welfare associations established in…

19 Nov 19

Awareness of safe labor migration information

It’s highly commendable that 105 volunteers selected from the operational areas of this project have received essential 4-day training. The goal of this training is to equip these volunteers with the necessary knowledge and skills to create awareness about safe labor migration information among the villagers. This initiative reflects a…

19 Nov 19

Training for Association Executives to Engage in Problem-Solving Initiatives

It’s impressive to learn that measures are being taken to address the challenges faced by migrant worker families through the association. The involvement of elected executives from 30 associations and 350 members in these efforts demonstrates a collective and proactive approach. The activities undertaken, such as providing information related to…

19 Nov 19

District-level Training for Migrant Workers’ Welfare Associations

It’s commendable to note that three district-level trainings have been organized to enhance the capacity of migrant workers’ welfare associations. These training sessions, conducted with the expertise of Mrs. Monika, a consultant from the SDC organization, have engaged leaders, administrators, and employees of these associations. The primary goal is to…

20 Dec 16

International Migrant Workers Day Special Events – 20.12.2016

An event to honor migrant workers and their families on International Migrant Workers Day was organized by SWOAD organization in collaboration with Irakkamam Divisional Secretariat. Irakkamam Divisional Secretary Janab M.N. The event was chaired by Mr. Naseer, Swat Field Coordinator Mr. I. Muhammad Ilmi, J. Jeganes, Field Worker Niluja, Foreign…

20 Nov 10

Livelihood Assistance for 200 Migrant Families in Sagama Village

It’s commendable to see the Livelihood Assistance Program addressing the needs of families that have migrated from Vanni and settled in Sagama village, especially those with fewer basic facilities. Here’s a summary of the key details: Target Beneficiaries: The Livelihood Assistance Program targeted 200 families who migrated from Vanni and…