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Mihikatha Environmental Organization

Sri Lanka

About Us

About Us

Established in 1998, Mihikatha Environmental Organization (MEO) is driven by a vision of fostering a more prosperous society for women through the enhancement of economic, social, and cultural facets. Our mission is to actively contribute to the realization of this vision. Central to our efforts is the steadfast commitment to addressing the needs of migrant women from low-income backgrounds, advocating for the rights of women in fisheries communities, and safeguarding the rights of migrant laborers. Furthermore, we are deeply engaged in environmental conservation endeavors, particularly focused on reforestation and mangrove cultivation along the coastal areas of the Puttalam district in the North Western province of Sri Lanka.

Historical Trajectory

Women and Media Collective

Mahawewa - Sri Lanka

MEO has collaborated with ACTFORM to work on protecting the rights of migrant workers. This partnership highlights a multidisciplinary approach, recognizing that the well-being of migrant workers is intrinsically linked to broader social and environmental factors.

International Union for Conservation of Nature

Iranawila - Sri Lanka

Conservation of mangrove dense by improving self employment skills of fisher families living in Iranawila and Samindugama in the district of Puttalam

Coaliation for Educational Development (CED)

Adapparagama - Sri Lanka

The collaboration between Mihikatha Environmental Organization (MEO) and the Coalition for Educational Development to improve the quality of education in the rural village of Adapparagama holds significant promise for the community's educational advancement.

Faringso Lions club - Sweden

Iranawila - Sri Lanka

The collaboration between Mihikatha Environmental Organization (MEO) and the Faringso Lions Club Sweden to improve gender equality through awareness and self-employment initiatives signifies a commitment to empowering women and promoting equal opportunities.

UNDP

Mahawewa - Sri Lanka

Reforestation is essential for biodiversity, carbon sequestration, soil conservation, water management, and climate regulation. Introducing reforestation awareness in schools cultivates environmental stewardship, shaping future generations' attitudes and behaviors.Project carried out collaborated with UNDP

Staff

Jayaseeli Gallage

Sept 1998 - Present

President

Mrs Gallage the Chairperson, Justice of Peace, a graduate from University of Sri Jayawardenepura ( Bachelor of Arts) and a retired senior probation and child care officer with a service record of 28 years worked as an active member for over 30 years in the Women and Media Collective by standing on behalf of the migrant labors’ rights and act towards protecting the principles were instrumental in founding “Mihikatha Environmental Organization” in 1996 which focuses its mission on environmental issue in Puttalam district, empowering migrant women in low-income fishing families and women's rights.

Vindya Wijesinghe

Jan 2016 - Present

Secretary

Mrs Wijesinghe is a post graduate holder from University of Sri Jayawardenepura. She joined Mihikatha Environmental Organization (MEO) in 2015 and instrumental in carrying out the project work and fulfilling the role of the secretary.

Projects

Women and child right awareness programmes

Mihikatha Environmental Organization (MEO) implemented women and child rights awareness programs to empower and protect vulnerable populations.

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Reforestation of the earth through schools

Reforestation is essential for biodiversity, carbon sequestration, soil conservation, water management, and climate regulation. Introducing reforestation awareness in schools cultivates environmental stewardship, shaping future generations' attitudes and behaviors.Project carried out collaborated with UNDP

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Education For All

"Education for All" encapsulates the fundamental principle that every individual, regardless of background, should have access to quality education. This concept is not only a basic human right but also a cornerstone for achieving numerous societal goals, including poverty alleviation, economic development, gender equality, and social justice.

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Save the childhood

"Save the Childhood by Awareness" is a crucial initiative aimed at protecting children from various forms of harm and ensuring their holistic development.

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Women empowerment by saving the nature

The International Union for Conservation of Nature is an international organization working in the field of nature conservation and sustainable use of natural resources. MEO collaborated with IUCN to empower women while protecting the environment.

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Education Upliftment

The collaboration between Mihikatha Environmental Organization (MEO) and the Faringso Lions Club Sweden to uplift education in a fishery village

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Migrant workers rights

Mihikatha Environmental Organization (MEO) focusing on the rights of migrant workers demonstrates a commitment to social justice and human rights.

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Contact

Telephone : +94 32 22 53928 | +94 70 77 98008
Email : contact@meosrilanka.org | jayaseeligallage@gmail.com
Address : No.60,Maligawatta,Mahawewa,61220,Sri Lanka