This paper explores how women relate to the forging of new identities in a complex negotiation, which involves accommodation, assimilation, rejection, interrogation, resistance and capitulation to the..
To describe the current situation of intimate partner violence (IPV) in Sri Lanka, and to propose possible interventions to prevent IPV, we performed a literature survey for articles and reports ..
This manifesto is an attempt to identify the most critical issues currently facing women in Sri Lanka. The publication identifies critical issues, concerns and challenges facing women today. It also p..
This study examines a range of issues that impact women’s land and property rights with national and provincial laws, regulations and administrative practices in Sri Lanka. Since gender discrimi..
Ownership and control of land and property are key indicators of an individual’s economic and social status. Customary practices and beliefs, laws and practical difficulties have resulted in d..
The women migrant works contribute to the national economy in a large way and it is the island’s biggest single source of external revenue. In spite of this contribution, they face social, ..
In a situation where grants are being cut down, forcing microfinance institutes to emphasize on profits and growth, this study looks at the impact of women’s ownership of microfinance loans on t..
This report documents the experiences of women in relation to their land rights. Women’s ability to challenge gender inequalities within the home and the community is greatly enhanced with equ..
This background paper attempts to highlight the characteristics of gender based violence in Sri Lanka, State and NGO responses, and the implications of socio cultural issues and situations affecting..
This study on women’s peace building initiative in Sri Lanka was undertaken in January 2008 on behalf of Women Defining Peace (WDP). This is a five-year project initiated in 2007, funded by th..
