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Visit to Six Schools in the Central Province in April – June 07, 2025

Participants: Mr. K. Aravinthan, Mrs. Vasantha Kandasamy & Mr. Krishnaraja Although our visit took place during the school holidays, we were impressed by the commitment of the teachers who made a special effort to welcome us and share their insights and concerns. 1. Highland College, Hatton (Grades 1–13) This is one of the largest schools in the region, known for sending...

Women Empowerment across Batticaloa District – May 12, 2025

MNT has long been an ardent supporter of initiatives focused on women empowerment.  We are delighted to have funded multiple of these initiatives across the Batticaloa District, to train and enable women to secure their livelihoods.  The first is in a village called Vavunatheevu in the Batticaloa District.  For generations, most of the women in this village have made baskets, mats,...

Empowering Education Through Technology: Smart Classrooms & Transformative Support Across Upcountry – April 24, 2025 

With a steadfast commitment to enriching education through modern technology, Manitha Neyam Trust (MNT) proudly supported the installation of Smart Classrooms in two schools across the Upcountry during the first quarter of this year: Maria Tamil Maha Vidyalayam, Lindula, Nuwara Eliya Fordyce Tamil Vidyalayam, Dickoya, Nuwara Eliya These transformative digital learning spaces—made possible through the generosity of MNT and its dedicated donors—are opening new doors...

Inauguration of the Computer Learning Center at Ramakrishna Mission, Karaithivu, Amparai – April 07, 2025

A computer learning center was inaugurated at the Sri Sarada Welfare Center of the Ramakrishna Mission, Karaithivu, in February this year, to enhance digital education opportunities for students. The inauguration took place with the sacred presence of Revered Srimat Swami Suhitananda Ji Maharaj, Vice President of the global Ramakrishna Math and Mission, and was graced by the presence of nine Ramakrishna Mission monks. The VCOT Computer Learning Center, affiliated with the Ramakrishna Mission Human Development Training...

Nationwide Preparation Exam for O/L Students 2025 – March 24, 2025

Education is the foundation of a brighter future, and for many students in Sri Lanka, the Ordinary Level (O-Level) examination is a pivotal milestone shaping their academic and career paths. Understanding the challenges faced by underprivileged students, the Manitha Neyam Trust (MNT), in partnership with the Hindu Educational Society, took a meaningful step to support them by sponsoring a nationwide...

MNT’s Transformative Support for Communities in Vanni – March 03, 2025

MNT empowers vital humanitarian initiatives, supporting students from various schools and a disabled community member in Vanni’s most underserved regions. We have delivered critical assistance to severely neglected schools and provided an accessible restroom to a family with a disabled member. Incremental improvements like these add up to massive impact on these communities. This transformative work continues only through the extraordinary generosity...