Who we are

About Us

Empowering Communities, Building Sustainable Futures

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Since Our Founding

Our History

Civil Society Batticaloa was established with a vision to strengthen community engagement and grassroots development in the Batticaloa District. Our organization emerged from the collective effort of dedicated individuals and organizations committed to social change.

For years, we have been working tirelessly to bridge the gap between communities and development initiatives, ensuring that every voice is heard and valued.

Key Milestones

  • Founded with core mission to serve communities
  • Expanded programs across multiple districts
  • Established partnerships with local and international organizations
  • Impacted thousands of lives through various initiatives

Purpose & Direction

Vision & Mission

Our Vision

A vibrant, inclusive, and empowered Batticaloa District where all communities have equal access to opportunities, resources, and decision-making processes. We envision a society built on principles of justice, equality, and sustainable development.

Our Mission

To strengthen civil society through advocacy, capacity building, and community mobilization. We work to promote human rights, social justice, and sustainable development while fostering dialogue and cooperation among diverse stakeholders.

Where We Focus

Core Objectives

  • 01

    Community Empowerment

    Empower local communities through education, training, and awareness programs to take active roles in their development.

  • 02

    Human Rights Advocacy

    Advocate for and protect human rights, ensuring vulnerable groups have their voices heard and rights respected.

  • 03

    Sustainable Development

    Promote environmentally sustainable and socially responsible development practices in all our initiatives.

  • 04

    Social Cohesion

    Foster dialogue, cooperation, and mutual understanding among diverse communities to build social harmony.

  • 05

    Good Governance

    Support transparent, accountable, and participatory governance at all levels of society.

  • 06

    Inclusive Growth

    Ensure that development benefits reach marginalized populations and contribute to reducing inequalities.

Registration & Compliance

Legal Registration

Organization Name

Civil Society Batticaloa

Registration Number

NGO/CSB/2024/001

Registration Date

January 15, 2020

Registered Address

Batticaloa District
Eastern Province, Sri Lanka

Tax ID

TID-CSB-2020-001

Status

Active & Registered

Leadership

Our Leadership

Sithirapody Mamangarajah

Sithirapody Mamangarajah

Patron
Nallathamby Thushyanthan

Nallathamby Thushyanthan

President
Mr. K. Arunachalam

Mr. K. Arunachalam

Vice President
T. Vasandarajah

T. Vasandarajah

Secretary
Mr. K. Anantharajah

Mr. K. Anantharajah

Asst. Secretary
Deshabandhu Deshakeerthi Lion. Dr. Munisamy Udayaraj

Deshabandhu Deshakeerthi Lion. Dr. Munisamy Udayaraj

Treasurer

Transparency

Documents & Resources

Constitution & Bylaws

Complete organizational constitution and bylaws

Annual Report 2024

Comprehensive report of activities and achievements

Financial Statements

Audited financial reports and transparency documents

Strategic Plan

5-year strategic roadmap and objectives

What We Stand For

Our Core Values

  • Integrity
  • Transparency
  • Accountability
  • Inclusivity
  • Excellence
  • Sustainability