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Dengue cases in Sri Lanka have increased significantly in 2026, with heavy rainfall and flooding creating favourable conditions for mosquito breeding and the spread of the disease. In response to the growing risk of dengue transmission across the country, the Sri Lanka Red Cross Society (SLRCS), with support from the International Federation of Red Cross

The Sri Lanka Red Cross Society (SLRCS), with the generous support of the China Merchants Foundation, CMPort, and Hambantota International Port Group (Pvt) Ltd, continues to support the long-term recovery of communities by investing LKR 15.6 million in sustainable livelihood initiatives for selected beneficiaries in the Gampaha and Nuwara Eliya districts. As part of this

In response to the current dengue situation in Sri Lanka, the Sri Lanka Red Cross Society, under the IFRC sEAP for Dengue initiative, continues to strengthen community-based prevention and preparedness efforts in high-risk areas. As part of these ongoing efforts, the Sri Lanka Red Cross Society – Colombo Branch, together with Red Cross volunteers, conducted

With dengue cases continuing to rise across Sri Lanka, the Sri Lanka Red Cross Society (SLRCS), under the IFRC sEAP Project, is strengthening community-based dengue prevention, surveillance, and preparedness initiatives in high-risk areas. As part of these ongoing efforts, the Sri Lanka Red Cross Society – Gampaha Branch conducted a dengue prevention awareness programme and

The Sri Lanka Red Cross Society – Ratnapura Branch, in collaboration with the Medical Officer of Health (MOH) Office, conducted a dengue prevention cleanup campaign within the Ratnapura Municipal Council area as part of the National Dengue Control Programme. The initiative aimed to reduce the risk of dengue transmission by identifying and eliminating potential mosquito

With the support of the Disaster Relief Fund of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and the Hong Kong Red Cross, the Sri Lanka Red Cross Society distributes a total of 16,500 school packs across 13 districts to support children affected by Cyclonic Storm Ditwah. These school packs, containing essential learning materials,

With support from the United Nations Population Fund UNFPA Sri Lanka, the Sri Lanka Red Cross Society provided menstrual hygiene kits to women and girls affected by the monsoon floods in Puttalam. This timely assistance helps address immediate needs and protects dignity during displacement. For women and girls displaced by the monsoon floods in Puttalam,

A two-day intensive training programme was successfully conducted to strengthen the capacity of local tour leaders representing the Mahakanadarawa and Manankattiya ecotourism groups. The programme focused on enhancing nature interpretation skills and biodiversity knowledge, empowering participants to deliver richer and more meaningful experiences for visitors while promoting sustainable ecotourism practices. The sessions combined both theoretical learning and practical field

COLOMBO, SRI LANKA – The Sri Lanka Red Cross Society (SLRCS) joins the global International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement in commemorating World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day 2026, honouring the birth and legacy of Henry Dunant, the visionary founder of the Red Cross Movement. This year’s theme, ‘United in Humanity,’ serves as

The Sri Lanka Red Cross Society (SLRCS), together with the Disaster Management Centre and UNFPA Sri Lanka, and with the support of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), successfully hosted a National Dialogue on Anticipatory Action, focusing on the integration of protection and sexual and reproductive health (SRH) within the Sri Lankan context.