SWOAD – Page 17

14 Nov 07

Provides Business Equipment to 117 Families for Aiding Income Recovery Post-Tsunami

In 2007, as part of the Providing Cash for Grant project, 117 families selected from the areas of Pottuvil, Thirukovil, Karaitivu, and Kalmunai were provided with business equipment. The initiative was aimed at improving the income of individuals who had lost their jobs due to the tsunami. The support for…

14 Nov 07

Home Gardening and Seed Distribution Training

It seems that in 2007, a program was initiated with the support of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the guidance of the Department of Agriculture. SWOAD provided training related to home gardening and distributed seeds to 500 families. The primary goal of this initiative was to increase the…

31 Dec 06

Annual Report – 2006

14 Nov 06

Conducts Classes for 335 G.C.E Advanced Level Students

It seems that under the Education Development Program, the SWOAD (Social Welfare Organization for Action and Development) organization conducted classes for 335 students in the Thirukkovil, Navithanveli area. These students were specifically those studying in the G.C.E Advanced Level. Remedial classes typically aim to provide additional support and assistance to…

14 Nov 06

Industrial Equipment for 13 Types of Development to 173 Beneficiaries in Tsunami-Affected Areas

It appears that, in the aftermath of the Tsunami, an initiative was undertaken to provide industrial equipment for various types of industrial development. The total value of the provided equipment was 981,500.00 rupees, and it was distributed among 173 beneficiaries, including those in Thirukovil, Karaitivu, and Kalmunai Divisional Secretary areas.…

14 Nov 06

Providing 1,285,000.00 Rupees in Loan Assistance to 105 Senior Citizens

In 2006, as part of the Senior Citizens Development Program, loan assistance amounting to 1,285,000.00 rupees was provided to 105 senior citizens. The purpose of this financial support was to enable these seniors to engage in various economic activities such as poultry farming, small businesses, and agriculture. This initiative likely…

14 Nov 06

Establishes Child Welfare Information Centers in 24 Centers

It seems that a child welfare information center was established in 24 welfare centers with the support of UNICEF. In addition to providing information on child welfare, efforts were made to enhance children’s reading skills by setting up libraries. Furthermore, the initiative included the provision of musical instruments and sports…

14 Nov 06

Providing 72 Underprivileged Students with Scholarships

It appears that as part of the Child Rights Program, 72 underprivileged students at Vinayakar School in Savalkadai village were provided with shoes. This support was made possible through the financial assistance of Fit/CIDA. This initiative likely aimed to address the basic needs of underprivileged students, ensuring that they have…