Projects

2015 - 2019

Completed

Meaningful Engagement of Plantation Communities in Democracy and Governance

The RTM Project – Meaningful Engagement of Plantation Communities in Democracy and Governance was designed to strengthen the participation of plantation and neighbouring village communities in local democratic and governance processes.

Implemented by Chrysalis with funding from CARE Deutschland-Luxemburg and the European Union – Sri Lanka & Maldives, the project worked to bridge gaps between communities and local authorities, ensuring that marginalised voices, especially from plantation sectors, were heard and represented in decision-making spaces.

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Implementation

The project actively engaged plantation and village communities in the Central and Uva Provinces with local government councils and officials. Key implementation strategies included:

  • Facilitating community engagement in local governance processes.
  • Strengthening dialogue between citizens and local councils.
  • Supporting officials to develop bilingual communication skills, improving accessibility and inclusivity in public service delivery.

Through these efforts, the project promoted more responsive, inclusive, and accountable local governance systems.

Beneficiaries

The primary beneficiaries were plantation sector workers and surrounding village communities, who gained greater awareness of their civic rights and improved access to local government services. Local government officials also benefited through enhanced capacity for inclusive communication and community engagement.

Key Outcomes

  • Increased community participation in local governance and decision-making.
  • Improved engagement between plantation communities and local authorities.
  • Strengthened bilingual skills among government officials, improving accessibility of public services.
  • Greater awareness of democratic rights and civic responsibilities among marginalized communities.
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Supporting Donors & Partners

This project was made possible through the generous support of our donors, whose contributions played a vital role in planning, implementation, and successful delivery. Their commitment to social impact and sustainable development helped drive meaningful change and ensured that the project objectives were achieved for the benefit of the communities involved.