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Over recent years, Sri Lanka has seen a marked rise in labor migration, a trend intensified by the COVID-19 pandemic and the more recent economic crisis. According to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, in the first quarter of 2024 alone, total departures for foreign employment amounted to 75,175, with a monthly average of around 25,000 departures, making Sri Lanka one of South Asia’s largest labor-sending nations. However, many migrant workers remain unaware of safe migration practices, often ri ...
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How can sustainable livelihoods transform the lives of migrant workers? In this episode, we delve into the impactful initiatives under the IESC (Improving Economics for Stronger Communities) programme with a focus on the Sustainable Livelihoods for Migrant Workers component. Joining us are two insightful guests: Ms. Maheeka Leelarathne, Development…
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What does it take to ensure safe labor migration for many Sri Lankans seeking opportunities abroad? In this episode, we explore the transformative partnership between Helvetas Swiss Intercooperation, Sri Lanka and the Government of Sri Lanka. Join us as Mr. Ajith Kaluarachchi, Labour Migration Specialist at Helvetas Swiss Intercooperation, Sri Lank…
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How has Sri Lanka’s Safe Labor Migration Programme (SLMP) strengthened government policies and community services for migrant workers? In this episode, we welcome Mr. Nikaril Kanth, Senior Assistant Secretary to the Ministry of Labor and Foreign Employment, who highlights SLMP’s success in revising the National Policy on Migration for Employment an…
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How are Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) enhancing the livelihoods of migrant workers in Sri Lanka? In this episode, we dive into the pivotal role that CSOs play in the Safe Labor Migration Programme. Join Mr. Sivasothy Sivashankar, Executive Director of the Federation of Institutions for Rural Management (FIRM), and Mr. Mahesh Peiris, Programme …
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What was the driving force behind the creation of the SLMP, and why is Switzerland committed to supporting safe migration? Senior Advisor Ms. Muriel Schwend, from the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation Focal for South & South East Asia based in Bern, Switzerland, shares SLMP’s origin, goals and challenges faced while leveraging the vast p…
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