Numbers That Tell Human Stories
Behind every statistic is a real person whose life has changed. Here are the numbers and the people behind them.
Impact at a Glance
40 years of consistent, community-led development across Sri Lanka's Eastern Province.
Stories of Change
Real people, real transformation. These are the stories our work makes possible.
AI generated imageKamala Selvam
Batticaloa Town
Kamala was on the verge of dropping out of school when BUDS-UK stepped in with a scholarship. She went on to complete her A-Levels and is now studying nursing at Batticaloa University. "Without BUDS-UK, my dream of becoming a nurse would have been impossible," she says.
AI generated imageRajan Muthu
Kattankudy
After the civil war, Rajan and his four children were living in a crumbling structure with no roof. BUDS-UK built them a safe, permanent home. "My children can sleep soundly even when it rains. This house gave us back our dignity."
AI generated imagePriya Thambipillai
Valaichenai
A war widow with three young children, Priya had no income source. After completing BUDS-UK's tailoring programme, she received a sewing machine and now runs a small alterations business from home. She is fully self-sufficient and saving for her children's education.
AI generated imageSuresh Arumugam
Trincomalee Road
Suresh, 72, was bedridden and unable to afford a wheelchair. Thanks to BUDS-UK's medical aid program, he received one free of charge. "I can now move around the house and visit my grandchildren. I feel human again."
AI generated imageAnitha Krishnaraj
Eravur
Anitha's daughter, Lakshmi, has cerebral palsy. Through BUDS-UK's special needs program, Lakshmi received a specialist chair and weekly physiotherapy support. "She is so much more comfortable and is making real progress," Anitha says.
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