Empowering Futures, One Child at a Time
Championing the Rights of Disabled Children
Join us in our mission to create a world where every child, regardless of their abilities, has the opportunity to thrive.
Our Vision - අපගේ දැක්ම
Independent and Socialized Differently Abled Children enjoying equal rights and opportunities.
සමාන අයිතිවාසිකම් සහ අවස්ථාවන් භුක්ති විඳින ස්වාධීන සහ සමාජගත වු විවිධ හැකියාවන් ඇති දරුවන්
Our Mission - අපගේ මෙහෙවර
Take all possible steps necessary for the inclusion of children with disabilities to enjoin them to mainstream of social life in order that their right to a life in dignity is preserved.
ආබාධ සහිත දරුවන් ගෞරවාන්විත ජිවිතයක් සදහා ඇති අයිතිය සුරැකීම සඳහා ඔවුන් සමාජ ජිවිතයේ ප්රධාන ධාරාවට ඇතුළත් කිරීමට අවශ්ය සියළු පියවර ගැනිම.
Core Values
• Integrity
• Empowerment
• Excellence
• Community
At SERD, our core values of integrity, empowerment, excellence, and community form the foundation upon which we build a brighter future for children with disabilities and their families. We steadfastly uphold integrity in all our actions, ensuring transparency and honesty as we advocate for the rights of every child. Through empowerment, we inspire children and families to embrace their potential, providing them with the tools and resources necessary to thrive. Our commitment to excellence drives us to continuously enhance our programs and services, ensuring that we meet the diverse needs of our community with the highest standards of care. Together, we foster a vibrant community that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusivity, creating a supportive network where every child can flourish and contribute meaningfully to society.
Our Objectives
At SERD, we believe in the transformative power of community and collaboration, where every child can rise above challenges and thrive in a nurturing environment. Our dedicated efforts focus on empowering families through resource mobilization and awareness, fostering resilience amid adversity. By initiating partnerships with various stakeholders, we create avenues for economic stability while promoting the importance of family unity. We actively support the reintegration of children affected by crises and advocate for their rights, ensuring that their voices are heard. Through our commitment to inclusive practices, we aim to cultivate a brighter future where every child, especially those with disabilities, can achieve their dreams and contribute meaningfully to society. Together, we can pave the way for lasting change and empowerment in the lives of children and families.
Future Plans
At SERD, we are dedicated to creating a nurturing environment tailored to the unique needs of children and adults with special needs, ensuring they not only receive quality education but also have meaningful employment opportunities within our institution. By fostering a sense of belonging and community, we aim to transform perceptions and empower individuals to break free from the constraints of being a non-social group. Our vision extends beyond local engagement as we strive to connect our vibrant learners with markets both at home and abroad, promoting the sale of their products and skills. In doing so, we unlock pathways for independence and growth, effectively exporting not just goods, but the remarkable potential of every child, paving the way for a more inclusive society where abilities are celebrated and futures are brightened.
Meet Our Dedicated Team
Special Message of the Managing Director
Lasantha Sriyakanthi
“UN convention on the children with special needs is an international human rights treaty.
In accordance with that, the disability of a person is a conception or an aspiration that grow gradually in society.
Disability is born as a result of the interactions as obstacles and barriers when attempting to involve freely and trying to interfere fully or partially, when certain activities are going to be happen in society. If you had summed it up, it’d be misunderstanding and general ignorance from the public as well as the environment.
Under these circumstances not only the disable person, but also the family members of him/her will become socially under pressure.
I became poignantly aware of the problems parents face when trying to obtain services—and even basic human rights for their special needs child.
This discrimination against basic human rights compelled me to start Special Needs Network to promote social justice, equality, and dignity for children with disabilities.
We strive to support community integration for individuals with special needs towards the goal of living independent, productive, and joyful lives. We advocate for stable and healthy environments individuals with special needs and their families.”
Lasantha