As part of the Solidarity for Land Project, capacity-building programmes on land rights and mechanisms for addressing land-related disputes were conducted in Trincomalee and Batticaloa Districts on 16 and 20 December 2025, respectively.

The training programmes were organized to strengthen the knowledge and skills of community representatives and activists from areas affected by land disputes, enabling them to better understand land-related challenges and respond more effectively to issues affecting their communities.

17 December 2025 – Capacity-Building Training in Trincomalee

On 17 December 2025, a capacity-building training programme on Land Rights and Mechanisms for Resolving Land Disputes was successfully conducted in Trincomalee under the Solidarity for Land Project.

Community leaders representing communities affected by land disputes participated actively in the training. The programme provided participants with an opportunity to strengthen their knowledge and skills relating to land rights and land-related challenges.

The training was facilitated by Mr. Chandrakumar, who served as the resource person. The Director and staff of AHAM Humanitarian Resource Center (AHRC), together with representatives and coordinators of PCCJ, also participated in the programme and contributed to its successful implementation.

The training provided an important platform for community leaders to enhance their understanding of land-related issues and strengthen their capacity to identify and respond to challenges faced by their communities.

20 December 2025 – Capacity-Building Training in Batticaloa

Following the Trincomalee programme, a similar capacity-building training was conducted in Batticaloa District on 20 December 2025 under the Solidarity for Land Project.

The training brought together community leaders, affected community members, and activists representing communities impacted by land disputes. Participants actively engaged in the programme and strengthened their knowledge and practical skills relating to land rights and land-related challenges.

The training was facilitated by Mr. Chandrakumar, who served as the resource person.

The programme was attended by the Director and staff of AHRC, as well as coordinators from PCCJ. PCCJ was responsible for organizing and coordinating the training session.

The participation of community leaders, affected people, and activists created an important space for sharing experiences and strengthening community-level understanding of land-related concerns. The training also aimed to enhance participants' capacity to recognize land-related challenges and contribute more effectively to addressing issues affecting their communities.

Strengthening Community Capacity on Land Rights

The two training programmes, held in Trincomalee on 16 December and Batticaloa on 20 December 2025, formed part of AHRC's continuing efforts under the Solidarity for Land Project to strengthen community knowledge, leadership, and participation in addressing land-related issues.

By bringing together community leaders, affected people, and activists, the programmes provided opportunities to develop practical knowledge and strengthen the ability of communities to engage with land rights issues and land-related disputes.

AHRC, together with PCCJ and its partners, remains committed to supporting communities affected by land-related challenges and strengthening their capacity to advocate for their rights through informed, peaceful, and community-led approaches.

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