Dates: 30 July and 1 August 2026
Locations: Pulmoddai Muslim Central College, Trincomalee District, and Oorani Saraswathy Vidyalayam, Batticaloa District, Sri Lanka

The Aham Humanitarian Resource Centre (AHRC) conducted psychosocial support and personality development sessions for students and young people affected by Cyclone Ditwah on 30 July and 1 August 2026. The programme aimed to support students’ mental well-being, strengthen their self-confidence, and encourage positive personality development as part of the recovery efforts for disaster-affected communities.

The sessions were organized in response to a request from the School Development Society and were conducted with the participation and support of school principals, teachers, parents and local education stakeholders.

First Session: Pulmoddai Muslim Central College – 30 July 2026

The first session was held on 30 July 2026 at Pulmoddai Muslim Central College, where more than 100 students participated enthusiastically.

The session was conducted under the leadership of the school principal. Mr. Nawfees, Child Rights Promotion Officer of the Seruvila Divisional Secretariat, served as the resource person and provided guidance on mental well-being, self-confidence and personality development.

The programme offered students an opportunity to receive encouragement and practical guidance to help them navigate challenges and strengthen their personal development following the cyclone.

The Director, Deputy Director and staff of AHRC also attended the event, demonstrating the organization’s continued commitment to supporting the well-being and recovery of children and young people affected by natural disasters.

AHRC expressed its sincere appreciation to the school principal, teachers, and the Chairperson and members of the School Development Society for their cooperation and support in organizing the programme.

Second Session: Oorani Saraswathy Vidyalayam, Batticaloa – 1 August 2026

The second session took place on 1 August 2026 at Oorani Saraswathy Vidyalayam in Batticaloa. More than 100 students and parents participated in the programme.

Held under the leadership of the school principal, the session was facilitated by Mr. Nawfees, Child Rights Promotion Officer of the Seruvila Divisional Secretariat. He provided guidance on mental well-being, self-confidence and personality development, encouraging students to strengthen their confidence and personal resilience.

Unlike the first session, this programme also included parents, creating an opportunity for both students and their families to participate in discussions and learning related to psychosocial well-being and personal development.

The Director, Deputy Director and staff of AHRC attended the session, reaffirming the organization’s commitment to promoting students’ mental well-being and supporting community recovery following Cyclone Ditwah.

Continuing Support for Children and Young People

Through these two sessions, AHRC continued its efforts to respond to the needs of children and young people affected by Cyclone Ditwah. The participation of students, parents, school personnel and local officials highlighted the importance of cooperation between schools, families and community organizations in supporting young people after a disaster.

By focusing on psychosocial support, self-confidence and personality development, the programme sought to provide students with encouragement and guidance during the recovery process.

AHRC extends its appreciation to the school principals, teachers, School Development Society members, the resource person and all others who contributed to the successful implementation of these sessions. The organization remains committed to supporting the well-being of disaster-affected communities, particularly children and young people.