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Wheels of Hope: Reimagining Independence in Cerebral Palsy Through Assistive
Blog 05 What if independence was never meant to be about doing everything alone? We often grow up with a very particular idea of what independence looks like: handling things by ourselves, needing less support, relying on no one but our own abilities. It’s a definition that feels simple, even admirable. But it’s also incomplete.…
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Eid al-Fitr: A Celebration Worth the Wait
Eid al-Fitr is here, and you can feel it in the air. Streets hum with life, laughter is contagious, and even the smallest moments feel like a celebration. Eid Mubarak! Whether you celebrate it yourself or are curious about the festival, here’s a glimpse into its meaning and the traditions that make it so special.…
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Wheels of Hope: Navigating a Cerebral Palsy Diagnosis
Blog 04 It often begins quietly. A pause that lasts a little longer than expected. A milestone that seems just slightly delayed. A moment when a parent watches their child move and feels a nagging, persistent question forming in the back of their mind. At first, it’s easy to brush aside. Every child develops differently,…
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Friday Feels: If you could create a new word, what would it be, and what would it mean?
We Ran Out of Words, So We Made Some Better Ones Ever had a feeling so specific that your tongue just… tripped? You know, that moment where you’re trying to describe the exact smell of the air after it rains, or the physical pain of remembering something embarrassing you did a decade ago, but the…
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Sahaya 360: Phase 01
In late November 2025, the skies over Sri Lanka turned a heavy, relentless grey. Cyclone Ditwah didn’t just bring rain; it brought a paralyzing uncertainty. As floodwaters severed main supply routes and inundated entire suburbs, the Rotaract Club of SLIIT stepped into the void. This mission was initiated by the Community Service Director, Rtr. Chanudi…
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Christmas For Everyone 2025
Spreading warmth where it matters most! For many, Christmas is a season of celebration, filled with laughter, shared meals, and the comfort of loved ones. Yet for the children at the Indira Cancer Trust, Maharagama, the festive season often unfolds differently, surrounded by hospital rooms, treatments, and long days far from home. This contrast is…
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International Day of Education 2026: A Quiet Reality Check
The International Day of Education wasn’t on my radar until recently, and realizing it exists was such an eye-opener. How is it that we live in a world where information is quietly at our fingertips, yet we overlook the things that actually matter? We scroll through endless content, skim summaries of books we will never…
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Lokaragh: Bridging the gap towards ancestral roots
Sri Lanka, our motherland also called the pearl of the Indian ocean is known for its exquisite culture and history worldwide. India being our neighbor, our country has had almost a brotherly relationship with them throughout history. Lokaragh is one such collaborative event which creates a digital bridge between the cultures. On the evening of…
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Pinktober 2025: Turning Awareness into Action
Breast cancer affects millions of lives across the world, often quietly and unexpectedly. While medical advances continue to improve outcomes, early detection and awareness remain among the most powerful tools in saving lives. Creating safe spaces for conversation, education, and support is essential in ensuring that no one faces this journey alone. Pinktober 2025, conducted…
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International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women 2025
Why Ending Violence Against Women Matters? Every year on 25th November, the world marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, but this year feels especially urgent. In 2025, the campaign theme is “UNiTE to End Digital Violence against All Women and Girls”, spotlighting how abuse has crept into the online world…
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Meet the Team ~ Rtr. Kisaja WIjewardhana.
You know, every group needs that one person who keeps the energy high, the spirits lifted, and still manages to quietly deliver when the pressure is on. Make some noise for another one of our Vice Presidents for the RI Year 25.26, Rtr. Kisaja WIjewardhana Just like how every movie unavoidably has that one person…
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Meet the Team ~ Rtr. Anishka Fernando
Forget the movies, because we have our own celebrity who makes sure all our exciting plans are executed, the debates are lively, and the vibes are just right! Please welcome one of the Vice Presidents for the RI Year 25.26, Rtr. Anishka Fernando Anishka may not be a stranger to you because he is a…
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Meet the Team ~ Rtr. Dulasha Annasiwatta
We rely on one person to serve as both our “memory” and “administrator” in the club. She make sure every decision, action, and member is accurately recorded and communicated. It is my pleasure to introduce the cornerstone of our Board, our Club Secretary for the RI Year 25.26, Rtr. Dulasha Annasiwatta First thing you would…
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Meet the Team ~ Rtr. Tehan Nimsith
The first time you go to a Rotaract General Meeting, you would have been startled by the bang of the gavel on the door and for a few seconds, wondered who this annoying fellow is. Well, up to the task this year is our Sergeant-At-Arms for the RI Year 25.26: Rtr. Tehan Nimsith When you…
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Hope in October: Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2025
October isn’t just about cosy weather and pumpkin spice…it’s also a month painted in pink. Everywhere you look, there’s a gentle reminder of strength, survival, and the unbreakable bond of sisterhood. This is the Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time when the world comes together to talk and take action against one of the most…
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