Category: International Service

Break the Taboo: Promoting Sexual Health Awareness

The Rotaract Club of University of Colombo, Faculty of Arts organized a ground-breaking event "Break the Taboo", on 6th November 2024. This impactful session sought to educate and empower students with essential knowledge on sexual health. The event featured two esteemed guest speakers: Dr. Lalindra Katthiriarachchi, Senior Lecturer in Physiology at General Sir John Kotelawala University, and Dr. Piyumi Perera, Venereologist from the STD Clinic in Puttalam and the STD AIDS Control Program. The session focused on critical topics such as Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs), their prevention, and the importance of practicing safe and informed sexual behaviour. The speakers emphasized breaking societal stigmas surrounding discussions on sexual health, and fostering an environment where individuals can freely seek accurate information. Dr.…

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Naivedyam 3.0 ; A Meal for Every Soul

Hunger remains one of the most pressing challenges faced by humanity, yet it can be eradicated with proper solutions and methods. Naivedyam 3.0 is one such significant initiative hosted by the Rotaract Club of RVCE, RID 3191, which was aimed at combating hunger and uplifting communities. Along with 21  Rotaract clubs around the world, the Rotaract Club of University of Colombo, Faculty of Arts also had the privilege of contributing to this  impactful endeavor by a meaningful donation. Through this project, nutritious meals for over 1300 individuals in Banashankari, India was provided. This initiative marked the value of collective effort for the betterment of people. Together, they could bring a smile to the people in the area, embodying a spirit…

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