Leo Club of University of Colombo

  The One Thing Cyclone Survivors Needed More Than Rice When the Leo Club of University of Colombo started planning Project Survival Phase 1: Manusaviya, the list looked straightforward. Rice, water, medicine. The usual things people need after a disaster. But someone suggested adding cleaning equipment and sanitary materials. It seemed odd at first. Were mops really a priority after a cyclone? The team decided to pack them anyway, just in case. That decision would prove more important than anyone expected. The Dithwa cyclone had left a trail of destruction. Trees were down. Homes were damaged. And everywhere, there was mud. Thick, heavy mud that covered floors, furniture, and clothes. The team arrived at the first village with vans full of supplies, ready to help however they could. What happened next surprised them. When they started unloading, people didn't rush toward the rice. An older woman walked past the food packets and went straight to the cleaning supplies. She picked up...

  Prarthana 8.0 Phase Two: Painting a Future of Religious Harmony and Unity   The heart of every great community is the spirit of selfless service and unity. Leo Club of University of Colombo proudly celebrates the successful completion of the second phase of the "Prarthana 8.0" community service project, organized  for the eighth time. The aim of this important project is to contribute financially, materially and in hard work to the renovation of religious places scattered across Sri Lanka. Prarthana 8.0 is a program that goes beyond a social service project and adds a valuable message to the society. It is a journey of compassion that has reached its eighth successful milestone. We are happy to have successfully completed the second phase, a two-day initiative dedicated to the revitalization of two local religious places in our community. Our aim in this phase is not limited to renovations alone, but to breathe new life into the places that give us spiritual p...

Project Dayada - Phase 02 Nawa jiwa Leo Club of the University of Colombo successfully carried out the Phase 2 project Dayada titled “Nawa jiwa” on 26th February 2026 at the premises of Sri Sumamarama Viharaya, South Etiyawala. This phase focused on improving the financial literacy and technical knowledge. The program empowered the elders. We chose this project because many elders in our society face challenges in understanding modern banking systems, digital technology, and financial security, which are essential in today’s world. As a university committed to community service, we recognized the importance of empowering senior citizens with practical knowledge while also preserving their valuable cultural heritage. By improving their financial literacy and technical skills, the project helped build their confidence and independence. At the same time, cultural activities and traditional knowledge sharing strengthened the bond between generations, allowing young people to learn from...

  PROJECT ID PHASE 01 – SAFE STOP UOC LEOS BLOG On 01st February 2026, Phase One of Project ID of Leo club university of Colombo was successfully completed and handed over to the public in a rural area of the Kilinochchi District. This phase focused on renovating a bus stop that had been severely damaged for a long period of time and was no longer safe or usable for the community. Public transportation is essential in this area, especially for school students and daily commuters. Due to the poor condition of the bus stop, passengers were forced to wait without proper shelter, exposing them to rain and strong sunlight. School students were the most affected, as they lacked a safe place to wait before and after school. After identifying this issue through observation and community interaction, our team selected the renovation of this bus stop as the first phase of Project ID. The project began with a site inspection and planning process, followed by cleaning the surrounding a...

 Project Diriya Pranama - Phase 2: “Prathibha Savibala (ප්‍රතිභා සවිබල)” Leo Club of University of Colombo successfully carried out the second phase of Project Diriya Pranama, titled “Prathibha Savibala (ප්‍රතිභා සවිබල)”, on 4th March 2026 at the Daya Mina Centre for Differently Abled in Nugegoda. This phase of the project was organized with the aim of empowering differently abled individuals by recognizing and strengthening their talents and abilities. During the program, we conducted vocational training sessions where the participants were guided in making doormats, improving their cooking skills, and engaging in creative art activities. These sessions were designed to help them develop practical skills that can support their independence and self-confidence. It was truly inspiring to see the enthusiasm and dedication they showed while learning these new skills. Beyond the training sessions, the day was filled with joy, laughter, and heart-touching moments. We spent meaningful ti...

  Project ආරක්ෂා Bus Repair Project: Phase 05 Leo Club of University of Colombo proudly celebrates the successful completion of Phase five of our six phase community service project, Project Araksha. This important project aims to support the Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB), strengthening the country's public transportation infrastructure and ensuring passenger safety by raising funds and providing volunteer assistance to fix broken buses. Why We Chose This Project For thousands of people around Sri Lanka, public transit is essential to their everyday life, and buses are among the most popular forms of transportation. However, there are significant dangers to passenger safety from frequent mechanical breakdowns, particularly those involving braking systems. Our club dedicated to take action, not just talk about the problem. Through the Project Araksha, we focused on real and practical solutions. Instead of only creating awareness, we helped with bus inspections, maintena...