History

Light of Lanka Foundation was established in January 2005 after (Melbourne based) Sri Lankan born Needra Doyle travelled to Colombo just three days after the tsunami, to enlist as a volunteer.

Needra spent her time in Sri Lanka working at a centre outside of Colombo for displaced families. She was overwhelmed by the tragedy and the number of orphaned children.

The children have been identified as the most vulnerable group impacted by the Tsunami. As a result of the number of highly threatening circumstances, Light of Lanka, envisages the requirement of a comfortable homely environment as even more imperative in breaking the cycle of poverty and exploitation.

You can read about Needra's experiences in her letters, here.