Batticaloa, Sri Lanka

Unity for Women's Safety
Sri Lanka

A grassroots movement dedicated to empowering women through education, advocacy, and community action — so that every woman feels safe, respected, and valued.

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2024Year Founded
3+Districts Reached
500+Women Supported
12+Active Programmes
Cynthia Suhesan, Founder of UWSSL
UWSSL Est. Batticaloa
Who We Are

Creating Safer Spaces for Women Across Sri Lanka

Unity for Women's Safety Sri Lanka (UWSSL) is committed to creating a safer and more empowering environment for women across Sri Lanka. As a dedicated organisation, we focus on advocating for women's rights, providing resources for safety, and supporting initiatives that promote equality and empowerment.

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Educational Support

Workshops, resources, and skills development for girls and women.

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Personal Safety

Self-defence training and safety awareness programmes.

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Legal Advocacy

Guidance and support navigating legal protections and rights.

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Community Outreach

Partnering with local communities and policymakers for change.

Our Roadmap

Vision, Mission & Goals

A clear path toward a society where every woman feels safe, respected, and empowered to lead a fulfilling life.

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Our Vision

A society where every woman feels safe, respected, and empowered to lead a fulfilling life — free from violence and discrimination.

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Our Mission

To ensure every woman feels safe, valued, and supported through awareness programmes, legal support, and community outreach.

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Reduce GBV

Reducing gender-based violence through education, policy reform, and community-level engagement across Sri Lanka.

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Leadership

Enhancing women's leadership and fostering equal opportunities across professional, civic, and community spheres.

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Partnerships

Collaborating with organisations, communities, and policymakers to drive meaningful, lasting change.

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Expand Services

Launching new campaigns, strengthening partnerships, and expanding support services to reach more women.

Leadership

Meet Our Founder

Cynthia Suhesan
Founder & Director

Cynthia Suhesan

Cynthia Suhesan is the inspiring mind behind Unity for Women's Safety Sri Lanka. Driven by a passion for empowering women and creating a safer society, she has dedicated herself to advocating for justice, equality, and women's safety across Sri Lanka.

Under her visionary leadership, UWSSL delivers impactful change through awareness programmes, legal support, and community outreach initiatives.

"Together, we can make a difference — let's unite, inspire, and empower every woman across Sri Lanka."
What We Do

Our Programmes & Initiatives

Empowering women through action, education, and community-building.

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Menstrual Health Workshops

Delivering health education and distributing essential menstrual hygiene supplies to women and girls across Batticaloa and beyond.

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Self-Defence Training

Providing practical self-defence skills so women can feel confident and safe in their daily lives and communities.

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Leadership Workshops

Building women's leadership capacity through skill development, mentoring, and opportunities for civic engagement.

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Awareness Campaigns

Challenging harmful social norms and raising awareness of women's rights through targeted community campaigns.

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Legal Support & Guidance

Connecting women with legal resources, support organisations, and advocacy services when they need help most.

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Essential Supply Distribution

Distributing educational materials and essential supplies to support girls' continued access to education.

Safety Resources

Emergency & Support Helplines

If you are looking for safety support, advocacy, or emergency resources in Sri Lanka, the following organisations and helplines are available.

Women In Need (WIN)
011 471 8585
Counselling, legal aid & shelter for women experiencing abuse
National Child Protection Authority
1929
24-hour helpline for children and young people in danger
Police Emergency
119
Sri Lanka Police — immediate emergency response
Mithuru Mithuro
1926
Counselling & support helpline for women and families
Legal Aid Commission
011 244 3549
Free legal services for those who cannot afford representation
UWSSL Direct
uwssl.com
Reach out to UWSSL for advocacy support and community resources
Take Action

Get Involved

There are many ways to support UWSSL's mission. Every contribution — big or small — makes a difference.

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Donate

Fund programmes, supply distributions, and workshops that change lives.

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Volunteer

Give your time and skills to support our events and initiatives on the ground.

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Spread the Word

Share our mission on social media and help us reach more women across Sri Lanka.

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Partner With Us

Organisations and policymakers — collaborate with us to drive systemic change.

Contact Us

Get in Touch

Have a question, want to get involved, or need support? Reach out to the UWSSL team.