Happy Hour

BY Rtr. Raviduni Perera

The project “Happy Hour” was a meaningful and uplifting project organized by the Community Service avenue of Rotaract Club of University of Colombo, Faculty of Arts. The main event was held on 1^st of August, 2026 at the Challenged Children’s Aid Association in Kotte and the initiative aimed to bring joy, companionship and support to 22 children with disabilities.

Featuring interactive activities, a tea party with the children and a distribution of souvenirs and educational supplies, not only did “Happy Hour” make itself a memorable afternoon for the children, but it also fostered a sense of compassion, inclusion and community service among the university student volunteers. During the event, the management of the Challenged Children’s Aid Association in Kotte were also presented with essential grocery items and a monetary donation to assist the association’s daily operations, which made the event a truly impactful one. 

The project was funded by a sale of laptop stickers as well as through personal contributions by volunteers. “Happy Hour” provided an opportunity to increase awareness of the needs of differently abled, understand the importance of equality among different communities and to develop skills among the youth for a community service promoting SDGs 3 and 10, which focus on good health and well-being as well as reduced inequality.