LEADS Sri Lanka

LEADS Sri Lanka leads.lk/rewrite-my-story/ LEADS is a national NGO in Sri Lanka and has been in operation for more than 30 years. Presently we work in 13 districts.
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LEADS is a national non-profit organisation operating in Sri Lanka, involved in crisis response, community development & child protection.We are dedicated to create safer spaces & brighter futures for the children of Sri Lanka. We focus on three main sections:

• Crisis

• Children

• Community

We work with over 20 partners from across the globe and we work directly with the judiciary and Govern

ment of Sri Lanka to respond to the needs of children and community. ESCAPE which is a division of LEADS deals directly with children specifically the prevention and therapy of child abuse. Through ESCAPE we hope to create awareness and to help those have already been exposed to such atrocities. ESCAPE also operates through a safe house which takes care of the child after the trauma. In addition to sexual abuse ESCAPE deals with children who are neglected and children who have been affected by the war. Our work also includes community transformation, child-centred community development, post-conflict rehabilitation, Participatory Social Development, Disaster Risk Reduction, and Drug Rehabilitation. Namely, Hambantota, Jaffna, Kilinochchi, Mullaitivu, Trincomalee, Matara, Ampara, Mannar, Kandy, Kurunegala, Ratnapura, Badulla, and Colombo.

As a joint effort to strengthen Mental Health & Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) in Sri Lanka, Save the Children in Sri Lank...
10/10/2025

As a joint effort to strengthen Mental Health & Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) in Sri Lanka, Save the Children in Sri Lanka and LEADS along with The Good Practice Group invited experts, practitioners, and organisations to identify MHPSS priorities across the country.

The prototype of a new trilingual digital repository of Sri Lankan MHPSS resources was also launched, to increase accessibility of MHPSS resources for all. This marks a significant step forward in supporting communities, professionals, and anyone seeking help or knowledge related to MHPSS.

Did you know that 94.5% of child abuse happens by some one the child knows about? To find out more read👇
06/10/2025

Did you know that 94.5% of child abuse happens by some one the child knows about? To find out more read👇

Universal/World Children’s Day is a celebration of childhood – but, for too many children, it is also a stark reminder of the dangers that they face. In today’s context

03/10/2025

“Children are our greatest treasure and safeguarding them is our greatest responsibility.”

In a world that often overlooks the vulnerable, protecting and empowering children is a stand for justice, compassion, and hope.
Let’s hear from Rajeev Amarasuriya, Attorney-at-Law and President of the Bar Association of Sri Lanka, as he shares his thoughts on why child protection must be a priority.

We’re incredibly grateful to Sofie Jayasinghe of Free Spirits Ceylon Kids for her amazing support in Ahangama! Her fundr...
03/10/2025

We’re incredibly grateful to Sofie Jayasinghe of Free Spirits Ceylon Kids for her amazing support in Ahangama! Her fundraising efforts have helped us take our child protection awareness campaign even further. Thank you for standing with LEADS and for being a voice for children.

Together, we’re creating safer spaces and brighter futures for every child.

🎥 We're Hiring! Position: Communications Officer📍 Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
02/10/2025

🎥 We're Hiring!

Position: Communications Officer
📍 Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka

LEADS facilitated an awareness session for around 35 staff members of the British High Commission Colombo , focusing on ...
02/10/2025

LEADS facilitated an awareness session for around 35 staff members of the British High Commission Colombo , focusing on identifying children's mental health concerns and sharing practical parenting tips. The session encouraged open dialogue, reflection and a deeper understanding of the emotional needs of children.

02/10/2025
Standing strong for Every Child, Every Day! We rise with courage, compassion and commitment, so every child can grow up ...
01/10/2025

Standing strong for Every Child, Every Day!

We rise with courage, compassion and commitment, so every child can grow up safe, loved and empowered. Together, we’re shaping a future where childhood is protected and potential is nurtured.

Brewing Positive Change for Our Future GenerationsSir Adalbert's Tea, a global tea brand based in Poland and sourced fro...
01/10/2025

Brewing Positive Change for Our Future Generations

Sir Adalbert's Tea, a global tea brand based in Poland and sourced from Sri Lanka’s finest plantations, together with Venture Tea Pvt Ltd, a leading private label premium Ceylon tea exporter committed to quality and social responsibility, have partnered with LEADS to provide nutrition to children and champion juvenile justice across Sri Lanka.

At LEADS, we believe that love is the strongest shield a child can have.When we protect children with love, we don’t jus...
01/10/2025

At LEADS, we believe that love is the strongest shield a child can have.

When we protect children with love, we don’t just safeguard their present, we shape a future filled with hope, dignity, and possibility.

Let’s build a world where every child is cherished, protected, and empowered to thrive.

30/09/2025

Childhood should be safe — but 95% of abuse comes from someone children know. Celebrating Universal Children’s Day, Kaleidoscope News Capsule turns the spotlight on this and more this Thursday

Wellness with Purpose: We are delighted to announce that BeWaxed, the premium self-care and wellness brand pioneered by ...
25/09/2025

Wellness with Purpose: We are delighted to announce that BeWaxed, the premium self-care and wellness brand pioneered by beauty entrepreneur Durga Kenny, partners with LEADS to advocate for the prevention of child abuse ahead of Children’s Day.
This partnership reflects shared values of social responsibility, empowerment and conscious business – creating safer spaces and brighter futures for every child to thrive.

For more information, please visit www.leads.lk

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25 Hospital Road
Dehiwala
10350

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 16:30
Tuesday 08:00 - 16:30
Wednesday 08:00 - 16:30
Thursday 08:00 - 16:30
Friday 08:00 - 16:30

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LEADS is a national NGO in Sri Lanka and has been in operation for more than 30 years. We focus on three main sections: -Crisis -Children -Community We work with over 20 partners from across the globe and we work directly with the judiciary and Government of Sri Lanka to respond to the needs of children and community. ESCAPE which is a division of LEADS deals directly with children specifically the prevention and therapy of child abuse. Through ESCAPE we hope to create awareness and to help those have already been exposed to such atrocities. ESCAPE also operates through a safe house which takes care of the child after the trauma. In addition to sexual abuse ESCAPE deals with children who are neglected and children who have been affected by the war. Our work also includes community transformation, child centered community development, Post conflict rehabilitation, Participatory Social Development, Disaster Risk Reduction, and Drug Rehabilitation. Presently we work in 13 districts. Namely, Hambantota, Jaffna, Kilinochchi, Mullaitivu, Trincomalee, Matara, Ampara, Mannar, Kandy, Kurunegala, Ratnapura, Badulla, and Colombo.