Gate for Innovation Venture and Entrepreneurship-GIVE

21/05/2026

We are pleased to share the latest newsletter from Gate Institute, highlighting our recent initiatives, community impact, and ongoing efforts toward empowering youth and fostering inclusive development — read more in the full newsletter.
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21/05/2026

A new Welfare Shop was launched on 20 April 2026 at the Faculty of Business Studies, University of Vavuniya under the GIVE Project of the Gate Institute. This initiative strengthens student services while providing valuable hands-on management experience.
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15/02/2026

27/01/2026

🌟 Empowering Women to Build Sustainable Livelihoods 🌟

The GATE Institute proudly supports Ms. Usha, a dedicated small-scale poultry farmer from Achuveli, Jaffna, through an MoU and targeted assistance to strengthen her enterprise. 🐔🤝

With this support, Usha is moving beyond a household-level operation toward a structured, healthy, and sustainable poultry model—improving housing, nutrition, disease prevention, and waste management. This step forward will enhance bird health, stabilize income, and unlock new growth opportunities as a woman entrepreneur.

✨ From resilience to results—this is how grassroots entrepreneurship grows.

17/12/2025

🌟Honouring Women Who Lead with Courage & Commitment🌟

The Gate Institute proudly signed an MoU and extended financial support to Ms. Nadanarani, the driving force behind Pnr Products – Batticaloa
👩🏽‍🌾✨ Her dedication to producing nutritious, traditional food products has earned strong community trust. With this support for an industrial grinding machine, she is now set to scale her enterprise, strengthen quality, and grow sustainably as a woman entrepreneur 💪🏽🌾

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05/12/2025

🎁 The Gate Institute hosted a vibrant Packaging Workshop on 14 November 2025 at Technopark, EUSL, empowering 32 entrepreneurs with practical skills and market-ready packaging insights!

Rehoboth Unic Holdings led the hands-on session, while Wayamba Digital Pack introduced modern digital packaging and labelling solutions. Our Director, Ms. Mathangi Selvarajah, shared key guidance on the GIVE Platform and packaging essentials.

A productive and inspiring session made possible with the support of IDB, SEDD, District Secretariat Batticaloa, and Technopark. 🚀✨

01/12/2025

🔥 Multishop 2025 lit up the University of Jaffna with student creativity and entrepreneurial energy!

Organised by UBL Jaffna with support from The GateInstitute, the event showcased student-led food stalls and mini ventures, highlighting teamwork, innovation, and real business skills. 💡✨

The Gate Institute team engaged with young entrepreneurs and celebrated their inspiring ideas and passion.

A powerful platform that strengthened community connections and encouraged future innovators. 🚀🌱
Aruniya Balakrishnan
Sambavi

01/12/2025

✨ Proud Partnership Under the GIVE Project ✨

The Gate Institute has signed an MoU with "Y & KK Manufacturing Company (PVT) LTD", led by the inspiring "Ganeshan Dharshini" from Vavuniya.

She creates beautifully crafted bags and dresses - and is making a real impact with her focus on "Plus-size fashion for women", promoting confidence and inclusivity. 💛✨

This collaboration strengthens her growth, expands opportunities, and uplifts women-led innovation in the region.

Follow her journey: Y & KK Manufacturing



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01/12/2025

✨ Accelerating AI-Driven Innovation ✨

During TNGSS 2025, the Gate Institute entered into an MoU with Digri.ai, opening pathways to cutting-edge, AI-powered skill development for students.

This collaboration focuses on:
🤖 AI-driven learning and assessment
📈 Advanced digital skill mapping
💡 Strengthening student entrepreneurship through technology

A powerful step toward future-ready innovation across Sri Lanka and India. 🚀

01/12/2025

🤝 Strengthening Regional Collaboration 🇱🇰🇮🇳

At TNGSS 2025, the Gate Institute signed a strategic MoU with the Karnataka Government – Innovation Wing, marking a major milestone in fostering cross-border entrepreneurship.

This partnership will unlock opportunities in:
🌱 Joint training programmes
🧪 Collaborative research
🚀 Innovation-driven student development

The MoU reinforces our commitment to building stronger regional bridges and empowering young innovators.

01/12/2025

🚀 The Gate Institute at TNGSS 2025 🌏

The Gate Institute proudly participated in the Tamil Nadu Global Startup Summit 2025 held on 9 - 10 October at the Codissia Trade Fair Complex, Coimbatore. With 750+ stalls, 150 speakers, and innovators from 40+ countries, the event brought global energy to South Asia’s startup landscape.

Our delegation, together with representatives from the University of Jaffna and the Northern Chamber of Industries, engaged with investors, mentors, and ecosystem leaders. Through the GIVE platform, we showcased student ventures, registered 30 new mentors, and drew strong investor interest. 💡✨