Eldra

Project Eldra was a phase-wise initiative by Leo Club of University of Moratuwa, dedicated to empowering senior citizens through financial awareness, skill development and digital inclusion, while enhancing their overall well-being and independence.

“Eldra - Phase 01” was successfully implemented as a two-day programme aimed at strengthening financial security and entrepreneurial potential among elders. The first session was held on 29th January 2026 at the Moratuwa Social Services Elders Home, focusing on financial literacy and social security awareness. Participants were educated on pension rights, available government benefits and essential financial management practices, ensuring a clear understanding of the support systems accessible to them. 

The second session took place on 15th February 2026 at the Egoda Uyana Elders Society Hall, focusing on entrepreneurship and skill development. Senior participants engaged in handicraft activities such as knitting, sewing, and weaving, while also being introduced to basic branding and product presentation techniques. Guidance was provided on refining and positioning their handmade products to enhance market readiness and support income generation.

“Eldra - Phase 02” was conducted on 29th March 2026 at the residence of Senior Lecturer Mr. Gnanasiri Peiris in Wattala. This phase aimed to bridge the digital divide by empowering a senior citizen to explore creative potential through digital platforms. As part of this initiative, support was provided to launch a YouTube channel, transforming lifelong experiences and folk tales into meaningful digital content.

“Eldra - Phase 03” was carried out at the Moratuwa Social Services Elders Home. This phase focused on providing public exposure for the talents of senior citizens by supporting them in showcasing their handmade products. The initiative highlighted how creative skills could be transformed into opportunities for self-employment, developing confidence and a renewed sense of purpose.

Overall, Project Eldra reflected a comprehensive and compassionate approach to uplifting senior citizens by combining knowledge, skills and modern opportunities, reinforcing a strong commitment to community service and inclusive development.

ලියෝ පැදුර

මොරටුව විශ්ව විද්‍යාලයීය ලියෝ සමාජය විසින් සංවිධානය කළ “ලියෝ පැදුර 2026” සංගීත සන්ධ්‍යාව, ශ්‍රී ලාංකේය සංගීත සංස්කෘතියේ සුන්දරත්වය රැකගනිමින් 2026 මාර්තු 26 වන දින මොරටුව විශ්ව විද්‍යාලයීය වල ආපනශාලාව අසල එළිමහන් පරිශ්‍රයේදී අති සාර්ථකව පැවැත්විණි. සඳකැන් පිරි සරසවි පියස මත, මියැසි ස්වරයෙන් හදවත් සනසාලූ මෙම සංගීත රාත්‍රිය සහභාගී වූ සැමට අමතක නොවන අත්දැකීමක් බවට පත් විය.

මොරටු විද්‍යාර්ථීන්ගේ කලාත්මක දක්ෂතා, මිහිරි ගායන හා ආකර්ෂණීය නර්තනාංගයන්ගෙන් හැඩවුණු මෙම සංගීත සන්ධ්‍යාවට විශේෂ ආකර්ෂණයක් එක් කළේ ප්‍රවීණ ගායක ධ්‍යාන් හේවගේ මහතාගේ සජීවී ගීත ගායනයයි. සංගීතය, රිද්මය සහ තරුණ කලාකාමීත්වය එක්වූ මෙම සොඳුරු රාත්‍රිය, පැදුරකට එහා ගිය මියැසි අසපුවක් ලෙස දිදුලන්නට සමත් විය.

“ලියෝ පැදුර 2026” යනු සප්ත ස්වරයේ සැනසුම හරහා සරසවි සිත් සුවපත් කළ, සංස්කෘතික වටිනාකම් සමඟ බැඳුණු සංගීතමය රාත්‍රියක් ලෙස සැමගේ මතකයේ දිගු කලක් රැඳෙනු ඇත.

HOPE³

HOPE³ is a project focused on raising awareness about pediatric cancer and highlighting the importance of early detection, treatment and community support. The initiative aimed to educate the public, reduce stigma and encourage people to stand in support of children affected by cancer and their families.

The project was built on a simple idea: bringing people together to create awareness through action. Rather than limiting efforts to discussions, HOPE³ created opportunities for individuals to actively participate and contribute to the cause.

5K run and a community walk organized by Leo Club of University of Moratuwa

One of the key strengths of HOPE³ was its international collaboration. Leo clubs from Sri Lanka, India and Brazil carried out activities under a shared objective, creating a wider reach for the message and strengthening the impact of the initiative.

Locally, the project included several community-based events. A 5K run and a community walk were organized to engage participants and create visibility for pediatric cancer awareness. These activities encouraged people to come together while understanding and supporting the cause.

International partner clubs also contributed through their own initiatives. A cycle rally organized by Leo Club of Guwahati South in India and a beach tennis tournament organized by Leo Club of Frontera de Sudoeste in Brazil added to the overall reach of the project. Each activity supported the same goal of raising awareness through active participation.

All funds collected through HOPE³ were donated to Apeksha Hospital to support the treatment and care of children battling cancer. This ensured that the project created not only awareness but also direct and meaningful support for those in need.

Cycle rally organized by Leo Club of Guwahati South in India

The project was supported by strong partnerships including Nestomalt as the title partner, which helped strengthen its implementation and expand its reach.

Beach tennis tournament organized by Leo Club of Frontera de Sudoeste in Brazil

HOPE³ successfully combined awareness, action and contribution. By connecting local efforts with international collaboration and directing its outcomes toward a meaningful cause, the project created a clear and lasting impact in the fight against pediatric cancer.

ECO DASH

Leo Club of University of Moratuwa proudly launched “ECO DASH” on 8th March 2026 as an innovative digital solution designed to transform waste management through smarter, simpler and more sustainable practices. Introduced through its official online launch, ECO DASH reflects a forward-thinking approach to environmental responsibility by using technology to encourage cleaner and greener communities.

ECO DASH offers users an all-in-one platform to identify different waste types, connect with verified nearby waste collectors, responsibly dispose of polythene, e-waste and metal waste, earn rewards for recycling and digitally track their environmental impact. By simplifying responsible waste disposal, the platform empowers individuals to make eco-conscious decisions while contributing to long-term sustainability.

More than just a digital platform, “ECO DASH” represents Leo Club of University of Moratuwa’s commitment to combining innovation with service to address real-world environmental challenges. By redefining waste management through technology, the project inspires communities to turn everyday actions into meaningful environmental impact.

Clean Coast

Leo Club of University of Moratuwa successfully conducted Project “Clean Coast” on 12 March 2026, making a meaningful contribution to environmental conservation and community service. The project focused on strengthening long-term coastal preservation by supporting local communities and conservation efforts with sustainable beach-cleaning resources.

As part of the initiative, eco-friendly manual sand-sifting beach cleaning tools were donated to the Turtle Conservation Project, Panadura and the Coastal Conservation Department Area Office, Moratuwa. These specialized tools are designed to remove plastic waste, micro-debris and other pollutants from coastal areas without harming marine ecosystems or disturbing the natural environment.

By introducing sustainable and non-motorized cleaning equipment, “Clean Coast” promotes regular beach conservation practices while supporting the protection of marine biodiversity and the natural beauty of Sri Lanka’s coastline. Through the collective efforts of Leos, university students and conservation officials, the project highlighted the power of collaboration in creating a cleaner and more sustainable future.

HerStory

“HERStory” was an inspiring panel discussion organized by Leo Club of University of Moratuwa on 04 March 2026 at University of Moratuwa, with the aim of empowering young women through real-life experiences and practical insights.

The event featured two distinguished speakers, Ms. Dilini Thushara Kulawansa, Senior Lecturer at the Department of Computational Mathematics, University of Moratuwa, and Ms. Prathibha Liyanaarachchi, University alumna and recognized figure in the fashion industry. Through sharing their personal and professional journeys, they highlighted key challenges, achievements and valuable life lessons.

Focusing on leadership, personal growth and resilience, the discussion encouraged participants to pursue their ambitions with confidence, embrace opportunities and contribute positively to society. “HERStory” became a meaningful platform that inspired young women to shape their futures with determination and courage.