Improving the Health Security Among the Shanty Dwellers
Improving the Health Security among the shanty dwellers
Targeted Healthcare Intervention, Free Clinical Support & Nutritional Empowerment in Mattakkuliya Urban Shanty Communities
Program Background & Community Reach
This program was jointly conducted by the Centre for Society and Religion (CSR) and the Australian High Commission from July 2021 to December 2022. Financial support was provided through the Australian High Commission under DFAT's Direct Aid Program (Australian Aid). The program ran from July 2021 to December 15, 2022.
The program was implemented in the dense urban communities of Pichamalwatte, Sri Wickramapura, Samitpura, and Kadiranawatte in Mattakkuliya. Initially, 04 Vigil Groups were formed in the above areas comprising 60 active members. Following the introduction of the program, 16 awareness programs were held to educate residents on various health issues and diseases. Furthermore, meetings were held throughout the year to build relationships between Vigil Groups and government officials, Grama Niladharis related to the health sector.
Community Survey, Clinics & Food Security
A survey was conducted to identify health problems in the area. Among the diseases identified were diabetes, heart disease, vision impairment, skin diseases, and non-communicable diseases. Following the survey, 12 awareness programs and 17 clinics were conducted based on the diseases identified. Blood tests were conducted on patients. Medicines were provided to all patients who attended the clinics.
In addition, an organic agriculture training was conducted. 93 people participated in it. 88 of them planted vegetable plants. The aim was to accustom them to a nutritious diet and sustainable food security.
Verified Beneficiaries & Impact Breakdown
Comprehensive community welfare and medical distribution records compiled by CSR Sri Lanka
| Beneficiary Category | Total Count |
|---|---|
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Number of Vigil Group Members
Community health leaders across 4 vigil groups
|
60 |
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Additional Beneficiaries to Vigil Group Members
Family members, vulnerable residents & clinic attendees
|
469 |
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TOTAL DIRECT BENEFICIARIES
Verified community impact on December 3, 2022
|
529 |
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DFAT's Direct Aid Program (Australian Aid)
Australian High Commission
This program was jointly conducted by the Centre for Society and Religion (CSR) and the Australian High Commission from July 2021 to December 2022. Financial support was provided through the Australian High Commission under DFAT's Direct Aid Program (Australian Aid).
Project Coordinators & Outreach Leadership
Dedicated coordinators and leadership responsible for field execution, partner relations, and medical camps.
Rev. Fr. Rohan Silva, OMI
Executive Director / Project Supervisor
Executive leadership, partner liaison with Australian High Commission, and institutional program governance.
Chamari Jayasinghe
Community Health & Field Coordinator
Field execution across 4 Mattakkuliya vigil groups, clinic logistics, blood testing camps, and Grama Niladhari relations.