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COMMUNITY STORIES

Stories of strength,
hope, and new beginnings

Behind every programme is a person, a family, and a turning point. These stories show how courage, guidance, and community support can help lives begin again.

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REAL VOICES

Real journeys. Real change.

R.M. Ranjani Ratnayake, community member from Munamalapelessa

Women’s Livelihood

Rebuilding after loss, rising with strength

Ranjani was building her livelihood through food production and small enterprise when the Dittawa storm damaged her home and disrupted her life. With CDC’s guidance and support, she found the strength to begin again. Today, she continues rebuilding her family’s future through courage, work, and community enterprise.

R.M. Ranjani Ratnayake

Munamalapelessa, Ududumbara

Dhammika Kumari, community entrepreneur from Ududumbara

Community Enterprise

Finding confidence through self-employment

Dhammika once faced many barriers in growing her self-employment work. When CDC came to her village, she found encouragement, guidance, and practical support. Step by step, she strengthened her skills, gained confidence, and continued her journey as a proud community entrepreneur.

Dhammika Kumari

Ududumbara

COMMUNITY FIRST

Every story begins with support

CDC’s work continues through training, food security, conservation, and livelihood support — helping more families find confidence, stability, and opportunity.

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