Certificate awarding Ceremony

Project Chairman : Jinesh Jayaruwan Nagahawatta Nanayakkara

As per the vision of Governor 306 D 8, with the aim of empowering women economically and making Sri Lankan women part of the economy, a ceremony to distribute certificates, prizes and equipment kits to women who completed the “Liyata Saviya Women's Empowerment and Home Economics Development Training Course” was held on 15th July 2025 at 1030 hrs at the Bodhimalu Temple at Kurunduwatta, Galle. Organized by – Lions Club of Galle Diamond Participants - District Convention Secretary, Lion Prasad Kohomban MJF, MAF Region 3 Region Chairperson, Lion Kapila Kohombange Region 3 Zone 3 Chairperson, Lion Lahiru Munasinghe Galle Diamond Lions Club Chairman Lion KKSG Shantha and all Lion Members Project Chairperson, Lion Jinesh Nanayakkara

Monthly Meeting and Regional Chairman Visit

Project Chairman : Visman Acharige Wimalarathna

Meeting was held at Dilena Hotel Unawatuna. Number of participants Lions : 45 Lion Ladies : 15 Leos : 5

Urban Home Gardening

Project Chairman : Chandrani Ponnamperuma

22 women from the divisional secretariat of the area attended the project and they were educated on the importance of the organic cultivation was lengthily explained by Lion Cyril Kariyawasam who is a Agri specialist in our club. The attendees were educated on how to make organic fertilizer and pesticides. Remedies to control insects attacks and other threats for vegetable plantations. The club handed over vegetable pants and seeds which cost Plants - Rs 6,300 (Plants were donated by Lion Palitha Jayarathna) Plants and seeds - Rs 6,792 (sponsored by club funds) Lion Chandrani, Lion Dr Damayanthi, Lion Thanuja, Lion Cyril, Lion Palitha and Lion Lady Dharma attended the event

Awareness Program

Project Chairman : Jinesh Jayaruwan Nagahawatta Nanayakkara

As per the vision of Governor With the aim of creating an enlightened youth in line, held an awareness program on the provision of scholarships for the Korean language training course at the Galle Viduna Educational Institute on 13th July 2025. Organized by Lions club of Galle Diamond Participants – Convention Secretary – Lion Prasad Kohomban MJF,MAF Region 3 Chairperson – Lion Kapila Kohombange Zone Chairperson – Lion Lahiru Munasinghe President of Galle Diamond Lions club – Lion KKSG Shantha and all lion members. The program was coordinated in a very high manner by Lion Jinesh Nanayakkara, Secretary of the Galle Diamond Lions Club, as the Service Project Chairperson. “We Serve”

Youth

Project Chairman : Nihal Egodage

The Noya Yuthu Maga Prevention Program at Walgammulla Maha Vidyalaya aims to educate students and teachers about the risks and consequences of substance abuse, build resilience and foster a supportive environment. By conducting that program , we aim to empower students to make informed choices and build a healthier future. The expected outcomes of Noya Yuthu Maga program are multifaceted. By participating in the program, students are likely to gain a deeper understanding of the risks associated with drug use, develop essential life skills, and cultivate a positive attitude toward healthy living. Ultimately the program aims to promote their overall well-being, and empower them to become responsible and productive members of society.

Youth

Project Chairman : Aruna Ranmuthu jayawikrama

The Noya Yuthu Maga Prevention Program at Katuwana Maha Vidyalaya aims to educate students and teachers about the risks and consequences of substance abuse, build resilience and foster a supportive environment. By conducting that program , we aim to empower students to make informed choices and build a healthier future. The expected outcomes of Noya Yuthu Maga program are multifaceted. By participating in the program, students are likely to gain a deeper understanding of the risks associated with drug use, develop essential life skills, and cultivate a positive attitude toward healthy living. Ultimately the program aims to promote their overall well-being, and empower them to become responsible and productive members of society.

Blood Donation

Project Chairman : Hewa Nihal

This is an annual program and every year, Lion Nihal, as the project chairman, leads this program with great dedication and enthusiasm. This year too, more than 225 blood donors contributed to this program.

Deyata Husma

Project Chairman : Deshan Punchihewa

100 Tree planted in the Kotikagoda Temple- Wewahamanduwa, Matara. 6 lions were participated.

Sinha Charika and Project

Project Chairman : Rajanayaka Mudiyansalage Harishchandra

3rd October : Visiting and receiving blessings from Kataragama Kiri Vehera and Dewalaya 4th October : Participated in the Sinha Charika from starting from Kataragama to Galle 5th October : Donating an air mattress to a disabled person and beach cleanup at Unawatuna, Galle. Planting trees, and donating garbage bins to a Railway Station

Kidney Awareness Walk

Project Chairman : Rajanayaka Mudiyansalage Harishchandra

With the collaboration of Karapitiya Kidney Society, organized a walk to make people aware of kidney disease

Tree Planting Activity

Project Chairman : Rajanayaka Mudiyansalage Harishchandra

The event was organized to mark the start of 2025/2026 Lion Year

Coastal Cleanup

Project Chairman : Rajanayaka Mudiyansalage Harishchandra

Organized a coastal cleanup session in regard to the International Coastal Day. The cleanup was done within the coastal line of Galle Fort. The Governor and the First Vice Governor were present at this event.

Alms Giving at Cancer Ward at Karapitiya Teaching Hospital Galle

Project Chairman : Visman Acharige Wimalarathna

Alms Giving was given to the patients at Cancer hospital at Karapitiya

Donation for Ruhunu Children's Orphanage

Project Chairman : Disna Ranasinghe

Donation of clothes, medicine, mosquito nets, milk powder packs and footwear to Ruhunu Children's Orphanage at Kithulampitiya

White cane day

Project Chairman : Kumara Dhammika Maha Muhandiramge

We implemented the District Project “White Dress Day.” The District Project Chairman was Lion Kumara Dhammika, a member of our Lions Club. It was a very successful project. On this occasion, our club members Lion Kapila Kohobange MAF, LCI District Coordinator, Club President Lion Sandya Pathiranawasam MAF, and Project Chairman and Director Lion Kumara Dhammika participated.

flood disaster

Project Chairman : Dushyantha Padama Kumara Yaddehi Kandage

On October 25, 2025, dry food parcels were distributed to two families affected by the flood disaster in the Dangedara area in Galle . The project was chaired by lion Dushyantha Padmakumara. LCI district coordinator , president of the Galle Akmeemana Centennial Lions Club Lion sandya Pathiranawasam MAF, and cabinet officer lion Ajith Pushpakumara also participated this event.

Granting 300+ Reading Glass for Senior Citizens celebrating world elders day

Project Chairman : WBG Kumarasiri

Celebrating World Elders Day by Granting a Gift and Eye Glasses for 300+ Senior Citizens

Project Chairman : Shantha Wicramarathna

Celebrating World Elders Day by Granting a Gift and Eye Glasses for 300+ Senior Citizens

World elders day

Project Chairman : Anula Bamunusingha

On October 17, 2025, in commemoration of International Elders’ Day, a special community service project was organized by the Galle Akmeemana Centennial Lions Club at the Wijitha Hela Elderly Home. As part of this initiative, dinner was provided to all the elderly residents, and a much-needed electric fan was donated to the facility. In addition, monetary donations were given to each of the elderly individuals to support their daily needs and wellbeing. The project was chaired by Lion Chithra Bamunusinghe MAF, a member of the Women's Committee and Director of the Galle Akmeemana Centennial Lions Club. Several distinguished guests attended this event, including: Lion Prasad Kohomban PMJF, PMAF, Cabinet Secretary Lion Kapila Kohombange MAF, Regional Chairperson Lion Sandhya Pathiranawasam MAF, District Coordinator – LCI, and President of the Galle Akmeemana Centennial Lions Club Lion Iraj Gunasekara MAF, Club Treasurer Lion Nirosha Nilmini Perera

drug prevention program and misuse mobile phones

Project Chairman : Sandya Pathiranawasam

We conducted a drug prevention program and misuse mobile phones at G/Dangedara Jayawardana Vidyalaya in Galle. Resource person was Community police development officer Mrs Bhagya Thusanthi. Community police officer in charge Mr. Jayalath, Additional Provincial director lion Chithra Bamunusingha, lion Kamil Shantha Kumara and lion Iraj Gunasekara also participated this event.