About Us

Empowering Communities, Building Sustainable Futures

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

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

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.

Core Objectives

Community Empowerment

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

Human Rights Advocacy

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

Sustainable Development

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

Social Cohesion

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

Good Governance

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

Inclusive Growth

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

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

Organizational Structure

Board of Directors

Dr. Chandrakumar Rajaratnam

Chairperson

Mrs. Anita Kumari

Vice Chairperson

Mr. Rohan Perera

Treasurer

Key Departments

Programs & Advocacy

15+ staff members

Research & Policy

8+ staff members

Finance & Administration

6+ staff members

Community Engagement

12+ staff members

Documents & Resources

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Constitution & Bylaws

Complete organizational constitution and bylaws

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Annual Report 2024

Comprehensive report of activities and achievements

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Financial Statements

Audited financial reports and transparency documents

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Strategic Plan

5-year strategic roadmap and objectives

Our Core Values

Integrity

Transparency

Accountability

Inclusivity

Excellence

Sustainability