Leo Club of University of Colombo

  The strength of a good youth movement is its ability to inspire, support, and give people chances to show their talents and grow. That is why the Leo Club of University of Colombo  proudly celebrates the successful completion of the Elation with Rising Stars Auditions Round in 2026 as the eight consecutive year. This stands as a powerful platform for the Leos and Lions across Sri Lanka, where their talent in singing and dancing is discovered and celebrated.   A Stage for Talent and Growth   Elation with Rising Stars 2026 was not only a competition, but a dedicated stage created for young Leos to express themselves freely and confidently. It was a platform where the participants could perform their abilities by learning from the experience. Every performance became a moment of growth, helping contestants build confidence, improve their skills, and compete in a fair and positive way.   The auditions round were successfully held on 19th of April at the premises o...

  A Celebration of Tradition: The Leo Avurudu Festival at the University of Colombo Driven by Unity: Fundraising What made this event truly unique was the fact that it was a celebration planned by us, for us. The entire program was self funded through our  Membership Fees , demonstrating that when a community unites to create something from within, the outcome is nothing short of extraordinary. This self-sustained effort reflects the true spirit of independence and collaboration inherent in our Leo club. Embracing Our Heritage With the sun blazing brightly and the rhythmic call of the  Koha echoing through the trees, the  Leo Club of University of Colombo  came together to celebrate the grand festival of Avurudu. This was more than just a party, it was a vibrant tribute to our rich cultural tapestry and time-honored traditions.  The festivities commenced with the auspicious  Kiri Ithiraweema . As the milk boiled over the pot, a symbol of prosperity and...

Beyond Books: Shaping Futures  Through  Skills and Possibilities   On the 28th of April 2026 ,  Leo  Club of the University of Colombo successfully conducted the third phase of project, Together as Humans 8.0 –  Shilpa   Yathra , at  Vijayaba Vidyalaya ,  Grandpass . This impactful initiative focused on empowering young minds through awareness of vocational education and career guidance, in collaboration with the National Youth Services Council. The session brought together 50 students from Grades 9, 10, and 11, creating a dynamic and interactive learning environment. At a crucial stage in their academic journey, these students were provided with valuable insights into alternative educational pathways beyond traditional academics. The program aimed to broaden their perspectives and encourage them to explore diverse career opportunities aligned with their skills, interests, and future aspirations. Representatives from the National Youth Servic...

  LEO Legacy  -2026   Awards Ceremony "Stars of the Legacy -  Honoring  the Heart of Service" Project Leo Legacy effectively concluded its second phase on  27 th   April 2026, with an award ceremony organized by Leo Club of University of Colombo. This phase focused on recognizing the sacrifices, hard work, and successes of Leos who engaged in meaningful tasks throughout the  Leoistic  year.  The event brought together notable guests, including the Chief Guest, Immediate Past District President Leo  Nisal   Dulmi th FLM; Guest of Honor, District Vice President Leo Lion  Ravindi Hettiarachchi  PFLM; and Special Guest, District Event Coordination Team Member Leo  Pabasara  Jayasinghe, along with the executive board, regime, and members of the club. The evening commenced with an elegant devotional performance that set a solemn and introspective tone. A welcome address from Project Secretary Leo Bimandi Gunarathn...

  Project සෞභාග්‍යය – Phase 3: දැනුවත් හෙටක් “Youth-led awareness transforms knowledge into lasting, sustainable food systems” Project සෞභාග්‍යය   was launched to strengthen food security and restore livelihoods in Sri Lanka. After Phase 1 restored a flood damaged corn field in Anuradhapura, and Phase 2 established a chili garden for elderly residents in Horana, Phase 3 shifted to youth led awareness on hunger prevention, food safety, nutrition, and sustainable food practices. This phase recognized that lasting food security also requires an informed, responsible citizenry. In Sri Lanka, food safety awareness among school children remains critically low. Studies show Colombo students score only around 60% on food safety tests, and nearly 30% study while hungry. Social media is filled with misleading food content, and young people lack platforms to create accurate messages. The Leo Club of the University of Colombo designed Phase 3: දැනුවත් හෙටක් an interschool vide...

  Safe Steps – Phase 03: සුව මංපෙත් On April 30, 2026, from 8.30 a.m. to approximately 1.00 p.m., Leo Club of the University of Colombo successfully carried out the third phase of the Safe Steps Project under the theme “ සුව මංපෙත්,” along the Baseline Road in the Orugodawatta–Dematagoda area.   The Safe Steps project is a three-stage initiative dedicated to reducing crimes and accidents in society through awareness and practical action. While the previous phase focused on empowering youth with knowledge on cyber safety and self-defense, this phase turned its attention to road safety an issue that affects thousands of lives every single day. Baseline Road was carefully selected for this initiative as it is a highly congested and accident-prone area. Many road signs along this stretch had become unclear due to dust, weather conditions, and lack of maintenance, making it difficult for drivers and pedestrians to follow proper road guidance. Upon our request, the Road D...

Healing Aura – Phase 03: Care Today, Cure Tomorrow Turning effort into impact, even when the journey wasn’t easy. Every project looks smooth from the outside. But behind the scenes, there’s always a different story. Healing Aura – Phase 03: Care Today, Cure Tomorrow was not something that came together easily. There were delays, last-minute changes, and moments where things didn’t go as planned. At times, it felt overwhelming. But step by step, the team kept going adjusting, pushing through, and refusing to give up on what we started. And in the end, that persistence led us to something meaningful.  On the 27th of April 2026, we successfully carried out the final phase of our project at the National Ayurveda Teaching Hospital. What began as a plan turned into a real moment of impact, donating essential medicines for patients battling non-communicable diseases such as diabetes and heart conditions. More than just completing a phase!  This wasn’t just about finishing the third p...

Plant a Hope 8.0 - Phase 3: Green Future Dialogue “Empowering Young Minds for a Plastic - Free Tomorrow” Plant a Hope 8.0  recently  completed  its third phase, “Green Future Dialogue”, on April 27th at  Homagama  President’s College.  The primary objective of this phase was  to  raise  awareness  among school children, especially the Scouts, about the impact of plastic usage on environmental sustainability and strategies for mitigation. Th e  session was   successfully  conducted by  Ms   Thakshila Dharmapriya , Lecturer from the Department of Environmental Technology, Faculty of Technology, University of Colombo. During  the  session ,  she   delivered an engaging  presentation covering several  important topics  which ha ve  a severe impact  on the environment .  With that, s tudents  learn t  why plastic has become so popular and widely used ,  ...

  “ Mathin Thora Hetak ” Phase  3   –   “Soduru wadanak – Mathata thithak” Leo Club of the University of Colombo held the third phase of the  “Mathin Thora Hetak ( For a tomorrow from drug free )”  project  via online on 25 th  April  2026, furthering its mission to raise awareness about drug abuse prevention among young people. This phase featured an interactive and impactful speech competition titled  “Sonduru Wadanak, Mathata Thithak,”  aiming to inspire youth to use their voices to promote a drug-free society. The competition  showed  a group of inspiring young speakers who delivered powerful speeches on the devastating consequences of drug  addiction. The  speakers shed light on the harmful social, psychological and physical effects of drug  addiction. They discussed how drug abuse not only ravages the lives of individuals but also harms families, communities, and the nation at  large. The  st...