20/07/2026
🌱 Empowering Women Through Sustainable Aloe Vera Cultivation in Kilinochchi
The Lyca Gnanam Foundation has launched a sustainable livelihood initiative in Kallaru Village, Kandawalai Division, Kilinochchi, to support rural women through Aloe Vera cultivation.
The programme was conducted with the participation of Mr. Pirunthakaran, Divisional Secretary of Kandawalai, together with LGF representatives, government officials, community members, and participants.
Kallaru is located in a dry-zone area where limited water availability creates challenges for traditional farming. As Aloe Vera requires comparatively less water and is well suited to dry climatic conditions, LGF identified it as a practical and climate-resilient livelihood opportunity.
Participants were provided with Aloe Vera plants and portable grow bags to establish home-based cultivation systems. This allows them to manage cultivation alongside their daily responsibilities while creating an additional source of income.
The initiative promotes sustainable agriculture, women’s economic empowerment, household financial stability, and greater resilience within rural communities.
The Lyca Gnanam Foundation remains committed to creating practical, sustainable, and income-generating opportunities that help communities become stronger and more self-reliant.