NEWS
Empowering Livelihoods, Transforming Lives
At Friends Livelihood Development Centre, every success story begins with opportunity. Our News Blog highlights completed livelihood trainings, beneficiary success stories, and key updates from our ongoing development initiatives.
As a centre dedicated to strengthening economic well-being, we work to address the root causes of poverty and financial instability by equipping individuals and communities with practical skills and sustainable livelihood opportunities. Through targeted training programs, we enable beneficiaries to engage in productive activities, build resilience, and achieve long-term self-reliance.
Cloths Bag Sewing Training
The Cloth Bag Sewing Training Programme was held on July 18, 2025, at the Rideemaliyadda Livelihood Development Center. The training aimed to provide participants with skills to design and sew reusable cloth bags, promoting eco-friendly alternatives to plastic bags and creating income opportunities. Key areas covered included: Participants received hands-on
Washing Liquids Production Training
The Washing Liquids Production Training Programme was successfully conducted on July 9, 2025, at the Rideemaliyadda Livelihood Development Center. The primary objective of the programme was to empower participants with the essential knowledge and practical skills required for the small-scale production of washing liquids. This initiative was part of a
Betel Cultivation Training
The Betel Cultivation Training Programme was held on July 4, 2025, at the Rideemaliyadda Livelihood Development Center. The training aimed to provide participants with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills for successful betel leaf farming to enhance productivity and income. Key topics covered included: Participants engaged in interactive sessions and practical
Under ware & Night Dress Sewing Training
A full-day Underwear and Nightwear Sewing Training Programme was conducted to enhance participants’ practical skills in sewing comfortable, well-fitted innerwear and sleepwear — essential yet often overlooked garments in small-scale tailoring. Key Training Areas: * Selection of appropriate fabrics for underwear and nightwear * Accurate body measurements and pattern drafting
Chili Cultivation Training
The Chilli Cultivation Training Programme was held on June 19, 2025, at the Rideemaliyadda Livelihood Development Center. The objective of the training was to educate participants on modern and sustainable chilli farming practices to improve yield, quality, and profitability. Key areas covered included: Participants gained valuable theoretical knowledge and practical
Bytes Production Training
On June 17, 2025, the Rideemaliyadda Livelihood Development Center hosted a hands-on Bytes Production Training Programme, drawing enthusiastic participants eager to turn their cooking skills into business opportunities. The training focused on the preparation and packaging of bytes — bite which have become increasingly popular in local markets. Designed especially