Official account of UNDP in Sri Lanka | Working to end the injustice of poverty, inequality & climate change | #BuildForwardBetter | For People, For Planet.
In #SriLanka π±π° @UNDP as a development partner of choice since 1967, has been working to achieve sustainable #humandev in economic, social & env fronts, working closely w/ the Govt, civil society, pvt sector & communities, to reduce inequalities & protect both people & the planet
As technology evolves, so must our efforts to counter hate speech.
As AI becomes more integrated into our lives, ensuring it promotes inclusion rather than amplifies false and harmful narratives is a shared responsibility.
#NoToHate
@UNDPSriLanka commenced the national rollout of the financial literacy modules of the @CentralBankSL, developed with the support of the Financial Literacy Centre, @ukelaniya, led by Dr. Chathura Liyanage, under the Financial Literacy Roadmap (2024-2028). π°π
This rollout is
National EV Charging Infrastructure Policy Stakeholder Consultation Workshop facilitated by the Ministry of Energy Sri Lanka β‘οΈπ±
Yesterday, @UNDP#SriLanka joined government stakeholders, private sector representatives, academia, civil society, and development partners at the
This #DesertificationAndDroughtDay, Sri Lanka is mapping a way back to the land.
With new Land Degradation Neutrality targets and 10-metre resolution data, the country can now see where land is most vulnerable and act where restoration is needed most.
From soil bunds to
@UNDPSriLanka signed an MOU with @CentralBankSL, after two years of collaboration in advancing Sri Lankaβs National Financial Literacy Roadmap.
Under the broader National Financial Inclusion Strategy, we will work together on a nationwide advocacy and communications campaign, to
Building climate-resilient tea landscapes, one field officer at a time. πͺ΄π«
The Biodiversity and Sustainable Land Management Project funded by the @theGEF and implemented by the #GOSL and the @UNDP#SriLanka recently brought together field and office executives of the Janatha
Following the momentum of the Sri Lanka Climate Summit 2026, a technical workshop brought together sustainability managers, compliance officers and risk specialists from the corporate sector to explore the practical βhow-toβ of climate readiness, compliance and finance.
With
Partnership Renewed!
@UNDP#SriLanka and @CentralBankSL are stepping into Phase 2 of the ongoing partnership to strengthen #FinancialLiteracy nationwide under the National Financial Literacy Roadmap (2024 β 2028).
Together, we are equipping rural communities and #MSMEs with
What does a climate-resilient tea village look like? It starts with listening. π«
In Kelin Kanda, #SriLanka, over 60 tea smallholders came together to map their village, reflect on its past, and unpack the seasonal challenges shaping their livelihoods. Through a village
This twoβday Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA), under the Biodiversity and Sustainable Land Management Project funded by @theGEF and implemented by the Government of #SriLanka and @UNDP, will guide tailored solutions for sustainable land management and resilient livelihoods.
(1/3) Strengthening Sri Lankaβs path towards a mine-free future.
Earlier this month, @UNDP in partnership with the Government of #SriLanka and the Sri Lanka National Mine Action Centre, conducted a field visit to Kilinochchi and Mullaitivu as part of the ongoing Mine Action
(2/3) As part of the mission, the @UNDP Mine Action Team visited humanitarian demining operations across Kilinochchi and Mullaitivu, including sites managed by the Sri Lanka Army Humanitarian Demining Unit, MAG, @TheHALOTrust , SHARP, and DASH.
The visits provided firsthand
(3/3) Clearing explosive ordnance enables communities to safely return to land, rebuild livelihoods, and move forward from the impacts of conflict.
Following field visits and stakeholder consultations with SLNMAC, RMAO, mine action operators, and local stakeholders, UNDPβs Mine
In response to #CycloneDitwah, 83 organisations came together under one framework. $28.5M mobilised. 575,000+ people received assistance.
As the emergency phase concludes, we continue working w/ Govt to sustain support for communities still recoveringβΆοΈ bit.ly/4xEVo6H
Final session of the #SriLanka Womenβs Bureau Trainers' Pool Capacity Building programme equipped Women Development & Counselling Officers with skills to lead positive change in their communities.
@UNFPA, with @FISD_Sri_Lanka and @UNDPSriLanka, supported by @CanHCSriLanka.