LOLC ‘Divi Saviya’ initiative garners National Recognition
LOLC Holdings PLC, the esteemed Sri Lankan multinational conglomerate, received recognition from the Ministry of Education at national level, for its outstanding humanitarian endeavour, ‘LOLC Divi Saviya,’ dedicated to enhancing the educational prospects of the nation’s children.
This accolade signifies the first time a private sector entity has been honoured by the Ministry with such an esteemed national-level acknowledgment for its impactful efforts in enriching the educational space of the country.
LOLC Holdings PLC Group Managing Director/CEO Kapila Jayawardena of and Kithsiri Gunawardena, Chief Operating Officer, LOLC Holdings PLC, accepted this recognition from Dr. Susil Premajayantha, Minister of Education, alongside to Wasantha Perera, Secretary to Ministry of Education and Udara Dikkumbura, Additional Secretary-School Affairs. The appreciation ceremony was held on February 14, at the Ministry of Education, Isurupaya, Battaramulla.
Minister of Education Dr. Premajayantha said; “I offer my heartfelt congratulations to LOLC for receiving this well-deserved national honour. From the inception, to the continuous sustenance of the ‘Divi Saviya’ initiative, LOLC has established an admirable standard for corporate citizenship, displaying the significant impact private sector entities can make in positive social transformation.”
“Through its comprehensive approach to education, LOLC has set new standards in driving positive social transformation, solidifying its position as a genuine advocate for national development. I urge more private sector entities to follow suit and to join us in contributing to uplifting the nation’s needs.”
“Recognizing this critical stage, LOLC, deeply rooted in its Sri Lankan origins, swiftly responded to the nation’s call for assistance. The initiative, aptly named ‘Daye Daruwange Anagathaya Wenuwen’ (for the future of the children), aimed at alleviating the financial pressures on families, allowing students to focus on their studies unhindered.
The LOLC ‘Divi Saviya’ initiative, commenced in February 2023, has been instrumental so far in addressing the pressing needs of students across the country. By providingschool supplies ranging from exercise books to mathematical toolboxes, LOLC seeks to create an enabling environment conducive to learning and growth for students from grades 1 to 13.
Through its phased approach, the LOLC ‘Divi Saviya’ initiative has distributed essential school materials to over 1,400 schools in its inaugural phase, expanding its reach to 1,600 schools in the subsequent phase. With the launch of the third phase, the initiative aims to extend its coverage to an additional 1,204 schools, with a total investment surpassing Rs. 2.5 billion.
LOLC Holdings PLC Group Managing Director/CEO of Kapila Jayawardena stated; “As we humbly accept this national recognition, we are profoundly grateful for the steady support of the Ministry of Education. This award underscores LOLC’s consistent contribution to community welfare as a beacon of social responsibility in the region, validating our efforts as a true corporate citizen.”
“With the continued success of our ‘Divi Saviya’ programme, fuelled by this national level acknowledgment, we are inspired to expand our efforts even further, reaching new horizons of our humanitarian journey to createa lasting impact on the lives of countless young minds across our nation.”
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