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Commemoration of Deepavali Festival in Plantation Sector – Nuwaraeliya Region

Facilitated & Coordinated by: PHDT, Nuwara Eliya RPC: Udapussellawa Plantations PLC Date: 10th November 2024 Venue: Brookside Estate, Silverkandy Division Participants: Regional Director Estate Management OIC - Ragala Police Station Grama Niladhari Community Development Officer Junior Secretary Computer Applications Assistant Entire Estate Residents (Adults, Children, Estate Staff, Pensioners...

The Indian High Commissioner visit to oversee the ongoing Indian Housing Project – Badulla Region

The Indian High Commissioner visited the Haputale Estate on 06/11/2024 to oversee the ongoing Indian Housing Project, currently under the supervision of the Plantation Human Development Trust (PHDT). This project, funded by the Government of India, aims to enhance housing and living standards for estate workers in the region,...

Commemoration of Deepavali Festival in Plantation sector – Ratnapura Region

Commemoration of Deepavali Festival in Plantation sector – Ratnapura Region RPC: Pussellawa Plantations PLC Estate: Penrith Division: Lower Division Date: 05th November 2024

Commemoration of Deepavali Festival in Plantation Sector – Hatton Region

RPC: Hatton Plantations PLC Estate : Abbotsleigh Division: Montifire Division Date: 4th November 2024

Commemoration of Deepavali Festival in Plantation Sector – Kegalle Region

Date: 04 -11-2024 Venue: Parambe Estate, Golinda Division. Participants: Deputy Regional Director Estate Management CAO CDO CDC children's Parents

The “PHDT Anniversary Cup 2024” Cricket Tournament

The “PHDT Anniversary Cup 2024” Cricket Tournament The PHDT Anniversary Cup 2024 cricket tournament took place on October 26, 2024, at Buddadasa Stadium in Pelawatte, featuring an exciting lineup of seven winning teams from Regional Plantation Companies (RPCs) across seven regions. After a series of competitive matches, Horana Plantations...

Felicitation of Occupational Safety & Health best practices in the Plantations

The OSH program aims to raise awareness about the importance of workplace safety and health, promoting best practices for preventing accidents and ensuring a safe working environment for all. In recognition of these important contributions, PHDT and ILO are organizing a special event to facilitate the employees who contributed towards...

Handing over of Water Supply Scheme under WASSIP Project to Estate Management – Ratnapura Region (Rilhena Estate – Bopitiya Division)

Date: 22nd October 2024 Participants: Director General PHDT Regional Director - PHDT Ratnapura Estate Management -Rilhena Estate District Manager - WaSSIP & team Snr Health Manager - WaSSIP

Children’s Day Celebration, Ray of Hope Project – Kandy Region

Conducted on 19th October 2024 at Craighead Estate with the participation of students, parents, and special guests. Mr. Sanjaya Herath-Chairman -Colombo Tea Traders’ Association Mr. Mahesh Wanigasuriya-Regional Director-PHDT-Kandy Mr. Naradha Wijerathna- Regional Director-PHDT -Rathnapura Mr. Mudhitha Rajasekara- Senior Manager-Craighead Estate Mr. Akila Gunarathana-Chairman-Planters Association. Mr. Wasantha Maldeniya-Assistant General Manager-AFC...

National Occupational Safety and Health Policy Awareness Program – Nuwaraeliya Region

Date: October 18th , 2024 Venue: PHDT-NEL Auditorium Participants: Director General - NIOSH Director Health - PHDT Regional Director - NEL OSH Official Estate Participation: General Managers Senior Managers, Managers, Asst. Managers EMAs, PFWOs, CDOs, Field Officers Number of Participants: 58 Objective: The program aimed to highlight...

Occupational Safety & Health (OSH) Representatives Capacity Building Training Programme – Ratnapura Region

03 Days Training Programme for Factory, Field Officers and Workers. 03rd session was held on 16th October 2024 Venue: Hotel Grand Guardian, Kuruwita. Participants : Resource Personal - Mr Dasun Kodituwakku - Country Coordinator ILO District Factory Inspecting Enginner - Department of Labour Ratnapura Regional Director -...

Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) – 3 Day Training Programme for Factory & Field Officers and Workers – Ratnapura Region

Date: 15/10/2024 Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Representatives Capacity Building – RPCs 3-Day Training Programme for Factory & Field Officers and Workers. The second session of the programme was successfully conducted at the Hotel Grand Guardian, Kuruwita. Resource Personal: Country Coordinator ILO-Mr. Dasun Kodithuwakku The event was...

Combined Health Clinics and Health Screening Programs Organized by PHDT-Kegalle

Date: 15-10-2024 RPC: KGPL Estate: Pallegama ,Dunumala Division Activities covered: Dental Clinic Eye Clinic Breast cancer screening Body Mass Index (BMI) Random blood sugar checkup / Fasting blood sugar checkup Checkup on blood pressure Nutrition & Medical Counselling Session Supported By: RDHS Kegalle...

OSH Evaluation – Day 03 at Dikwella, Uva ketawala, unugalla Estates – Badulla Region

Date: 14th October 2024 PHDT Participants: Regional Director Manager - Health Community development officer Resource Person District Factory inspecting Engineer Labour Department Officer

Tuberculosis awareness programme at Somerset Estate – Nuwaraeliya Region

Conducted by: Dr.Senthuran, Chest Physician, District Chest Clinic, Nuwara Eliya Date: 2024.10.14 No.of Beneficiaries: 116 Programme Objectives: ✓ To identify individuals with Tuberculosis disease ✓ Facilitate follow up treatment for Tuberculosis disease ✓ To provide required and appropriate awareness to the resident population ✓ To give...

Inter Plantation Cricket Tournament – Winter Cup 2024 (Nuwaraeliya Region)

Date: 05-10-2024 Venue: Cinecita Ground - Nuwara Eliya Chief Guest: Mr. S.K.S.B Pahathkumbura Senior General Manager - MCC Elpitiya Plantations PLC Participants: Director General Regional Director COO RGMs DGMs Senior Group Managers Group Managers Senior Managers Estate Managers Asst.Managers RDHS & RDS Champions: Elpitiya Plantations PLC...

“Ray of Hope” English Class, Galle – World Children’s Day Celebration 2024

Date: 12/10/2024 The World Children's Day program was held with the participation of the students and their parents. The following activities were included at the session. Speeches Welcome dance Group songs Dialogues Poem with action After the session each student was given a pair of shoes,...

“Ray of Hope” English Class, Ratnapura – World Children’s Day Celebration 2024

Date: 12/10/2024 The World Children's Day program was held with the participation of RPC representatives from Balangoda and Pussellawa Plantations PLC, representative from RTS Holdings, and the parents of the students. Despite the floods in the area, 29 students participated and showcased their talents in English, performing...

“Childhood Dreams” Children’s Day Art Competition – 2024 in Celebration of World Children’s Day

Date: 10-10-2024 Venue: Dehiowita Pradeshiya Sabha hall Participants: Director General Deputy Regional Director RDHS - Kegalle Health Manager Lt. Col - Lasantha Jayasinghe CBL Officials AIA Officials Estate Health Staff CDC Children Art Competition Winners Parents PHDT Kegalle Team Total Participants = 200 Facilitated by: PHDT...

Inter Plantation Cricket Tournament 2024 – Galle Region

Date: 05-10-2024 Venue: BOI Ground - Koggala. Champions: Namunukula Plantations PLC Runner Up: Elpitiya Plantations PLC Plate Champs: Maturata Plantations PLC Plate Runner Up: Watawala Plantations PLC

Nuwaraeliya District Estate Worker Housing Cooperative Federation’s Annual General Meeting – 2024

Venue: Auditorium, PHDT-NEL Date: 04.10.2024 Participants: Director General, PHDT Regional director, PHDT-NEL Project Accountant Cooperative Department DGM Senior Managers Assistant Managers PHDT staff NEL & HTN

“Childhood Dreams” Children’s Day Art Competition 2024 – Kegalle Region

Evaluation for selection of best drawings Date: 04-10-2024 Venue: PHDT Kegalle Participants: Deputy Regional Director 1 School Principal 2 School Teachers 1 Officer from Co-operative Department 2 Officers from AI Insurance CDO - PHDT PA - Engineering Facilitated by: PHDT Kegalle

Celebration of World Elder’s Day at Craighead Estate Elder’s Home – Kandy Region

Date: 01st October 2024 Number of participants: 12 Resource persons: Nawalapitiya Ayurvedic Hospital Doctors & Health staff Participants: Regional Director - PHDT Ayurvedic Doctors & Health staff Assistant Account - PHDT Engineering Assistants - PHDT Project Officer (Health) - PHDT Junior Secretary - PHDT Trainee Management Assistant- Engineering ...

The World Children’s Day Celebration – Badulla Region

The World Children's Day celebration was held on 01st October 2024 at Cullen Estate with the participation of the Manager Health and Community development officer of PHDT Badulla Region. These children attended to the Radio program on 2nd October 2024 conducted by UVA radio for the celebrate children day...

PHDT Anniversary Cup 2024 – Inter Plantations Cricket Tournament (Ratnapura Region)

PHDT Anniversary Cup 2024 – Inter Plantations ( APL, BPL, HPL, KPL & PPL ) Cricket Tournament Ratnapura Region, held on 28th September 2024 at Gemunuhewa Regiment Ground, Edandawala, Kuruwita. Champion Team - Pussellawa Plantation PLC Runner Up - Balangoda Plantation PLC Plate Champion - Kahawatte Plantation PLC ...

Residential Training Programme on Gender Based Violence – Hatton Region

Venue: Cooperative Hotel - Nuwara Eliya Date: 27/09/2024 and 28/09/2024 No of Participants: 46 Resource person: Mr.Sivakumar Assistant Director Family Planning Association Facilitated By: PALM Foundation & PHDT

World Vision Water Project – Care Taker, Meter Readers & Office Staff Training & Field Visit – Hatton Region

Programme: World Vision Water Project - Care Taker, Meter Readers & Office Staff Training & Field Visit Venue: PHDT Training Centre, Strathdon. Date: 27/09/2024 No of Participants: 37 Participants: SD, CEA, EA, TO, PO, CDO PHDT, CE, Assistant Accountant (WASSIP) Facilitated By: World Vision & PHDT

Management Visit made to Ragala Estate – Nuwaraeliya Region

Date: 25.09.2024 Areas Covered CDC inspection to monitor the activities of CDCs and Home gardening activities. Inspection visit to New Life Housing Scheme. Committed by: Regional Director POH PA-H

OSH Committee Representatives Capacity Building on Occupational Safety and Health – 3 Day Programme – Day 01

Date: 25-09-2024 Venue: Roma Hotel, Ranwala. Things were discussed: International Labour Organization & S + H for All in South Asia Program Overview Introduction to the training Objectives and the action checklists WIND/ WISE Methodology (Flip book 1 and Flip book 2) Check List Exercise Introduction to Materials handling,...

Visit made to High Forest Estate – Nuwaraeliya Region

Date: 24.09.2024 Areas Covered CDC inspection to monitor the activities of CDCs and Home gardening activities Oral Cancer Awareness programme Nutrition Awareness programme Committed by: POH & PA-H

Health Screening Programme – Pussella Estate, Ratnapura Region

A comprehensive health screening programme was successfully conducted at Pussella Estate, Pussella, with the participation of 72 individuals on 24/09/2024. The event was a collaborative effort organized by the Regional Director of Health Services (RDHS) Ratnapura, in partnership with the Medical Officer of Health (MOH) Kuruwita and the Primary Medical...

PHDT 32nd Anniversary

The Plantation Human Development Trust (PHDT) proudly celebrates its 32nd anniversary on 18th Sep 2024, with a series of events at both the regional and head office levels. This milestone is marked by regional activities across the plantation sector, focusing on community engagement, development initiatives, and welfare programs aimed at...

ILO Training Programme on First Aid Awareness – Ratnapura Region

Date: 12-09-2024 Venue: PHDT Auditorium - Ratnapura The Plantation Human Development Trust (PHDT), in collaboration with the International Labour Organization (ILO), is organized a First Aid Awareness Training Programme for tea factory officers, factory managers, and supervisors of private tea factories. This program aims to equip participants with essential...

Oral Cancer Awareness and Screening program – Nuwaraeliya Region

On September 4, 2024, an Oral Cancer Awareness and Screening program was conducted by Dr. Randeniya, the Regional Dental Surgeon- Nuwara Eliya, at Gordon Estate. A total of 128 individuals were screened, with 2 referrals made for Oral Potentially Malignant Disorders (OPMD). Additionally, a Child Dental Care Awareness & Treatment...

EWHCS Final Accounts bookkeeping training program – Nuwaraeliya Region

The training was conducted for the Agalawatte plantation and Kelani Valley Plantation at the Regional office Auditorium on September 2, 2024. Participants included - EWHCS clerk Conducted by Mr. Thusitha, Co-op Development Officer Committed by Regional Director and PA Jointly organised by PHDT-NEL and PALM foundation.

Improving Child Health Including Nutrition Through Community Empowerment in COVID-19 Recovery in the Plantation Sector – Phase II

Date: 02-09-2024 Venue: PHDT Training Center - Kegalle Participants: Deputy Regional Director - PHDT Mr. Duminda Guruge - Consultant Prof. Rajarata University Mr. P. Dineshkumara - (FHP) - Resource Level 1 Ms. M. Kamaladevi - (FHP) - Resource Level 2 Ms. Gimhani Bamunushinghe (FHP) - Resource Level 3...

Inter Plantation Cricket Tournament 2024 – Badulla Region

Date: 31-08-2024 Venue: Badulla Cricket Stadium Champions: Hapugasthenne Plantations PLC 1st Runner Up: Madulsima Plantations PLC

UN resident coordinator for Sri Lanka and ILO country Director visit to plantations – Craig Estate

Date: 2024/08/28 Conducted Activities Visit to the Tea plucking field, Child Development center, Estate Dispensary, Factory and Housing schemes Discussion with OSH committee Mutual discussion with UN and ILO delegates ILO Participants Jony simpson / Country coordinator Mr. Dasun kodithuwakku/ National project coordinator Mr. S.Kaleiventhan /...

Tea Dialogue – NGO Forum

Date and Venue: August 23, 2024, PHDT Head Office, Battaramulla. The PHDT Head Office hosted a significant event on August 23, 2024, known as the Tea Dialogue - NGO Forum, aimed at addressing critical issues related to adolescent nutrition. The event featured distinguished speakers and NGO representatives who shared...

Awareness Programme for EWHCS Chairman’s – Hatton Region

RPC: All Date: 22/08/2024 Resource Person: Mr. Abhaya Bulathgama - Director of Training Mrs.Chandima Abayawickrama - Deputy Team Leader Palm Foundation Venue: PHDT – Hatton Training Center, Strathdon Participant: Senior Director – PHDT Regional General Managers General Managers Deputy General Managers Senior Managers Managers Assistant Managers PHDT...

Micro Watershed Education & Awareness – Hatton Region

RPC: Horana Plantations PLC Estate: Stockholm, Stockholm Division Date: 21/08/2024 Resource Person: Mr. Jehan CanagaRetna - Country Representive - RA Sri Lanka Mr. Muhammedh Moosa - Consultant Mr. S.S.P.Hewage - Consultant Regional Participant: EA, Estate Assistant Manager & Staff No of Participants: 24 Facilitated By: PHDT - Hatton

OSH Follow up visit to Craig Estate – Badulla Region

Date: 2024/08/21 Pariticipants: Director Health H/O Regional Director BDU PCH H/O Manager Health BDU Activities conducted During the visit: - Visit Factory and Inspect OSH activities - Meet OSH Committee - CDC visit - Dispensary Visit Organized by : PHDT - Badulla

CDO review meeting – Hatton Region

Date: 2024-08-20 RPC: Hatton & Kelani Velley Plantations PLC Resource Person: Health Manager - Head Office Venue : PHDT training center Total participants :55 Regional Participant: Senior Director, POH, AMIT & PA Facilitated by : PHDT - Hatton

Gender Based Violence prevention, Child protection and Nutrition awareness programme

Target Group : EMAs and PFWOs Date: 2024.08.14 Facilitated by: PHDT -Badulla Resource Personals: Mrs. Nemesha Priyanki Wanasinghe - Additional District Secretary, District Secretariat, Badulla Mrs. Nadeeka - Police Inspector, Headquarters Police, Badulla Mr. Aruna Yaapa - Child Rights Promotion Officer Mrs.Chinthani Dineshika Manager Health - PHDT/BDU No.of Beneficiaries: 45...

We Effect Program for Estate Managers focusing on EWHCS- Cooperative Policy on Anti-Corruption and National Policy on Gender – Hatton/Nuwaraeliya Regions

Venue: Stamford Hotel, Nuwara Eliya Date: 14.08.2024 Participants: GM, DGMs, Managers and Assistant managers of Hatton & Nuwara Eliya Region Senior Regional Director, PHDT, HTN Regional Director, PHDT, NEL and Staff Manager Projects Organized by : PHDT Nuwaraeliya

Advocacy & Develop Workshop, Safety + Health for All in Plantations Facilitated by PHDT & Funded by ILO – Kegalle Region

Date: 09th Aug 2024 Venue: Regional Training Center - Kegalle Things were discussed: OSH issues in Tea Plantations Identified Risks and Hazards in Plantations Challenges and opportunities to improve the safety and health of workers What it means for OSH as a Fundamental Right How to enable ‘safety and...

ILO Advocacy Programme – Ratnapura Region

ILO Advocacy Programme for EMAs, PFWOs & CDOs on 07th August 2024 at the Ratnapura Regional office auditorium with the participation of Project Coordinator Health, Project Assistant of Head-office and Regional Director PHDT Ratnapura with his team.

Improving Child Health Including Nutrition Through Community Empowerment in COVID-19 Recovery in the Plantation Sector – Phase II (Kegalle Region)

Date: 06-08-2024 Venue: Kelani Estate EQ Center Participants: Director Health - PHDT Deputy Regional Director - PHDT Health Manager - PHDT Rasika Weerathunga - (FHP) - Resource Level 1 P. Dineshkumara - (FHP) - Resource Level 1 M. Kamaladevi - (FHP) - Resource Level 2 Gimhani Bamunushinghe (FHP) - ...

Training Programme for Child Protection – Nuwara Eliya Region

On August 6th, 2024, the Plantation Human Development Trust (PHDT) Nuwara Eliya Regional Office successfully organized a comprehensive training programme focused on child protection under the Participatory Child and Women Rights Protection Project. This vital event took place at the Nuwara Eliya Estate and aimed to enhance the understanding and...

Inter Plantation Cricket Tournament 2024 – Kegalle Region

On the sunny day of August 3rd, 2024, the Public Ground in Ruwanwella witnessed the spirited clash of the Kegalle Region PHDT Annual Inter Plantation Cricket Tournament. Participants: Director General-PHDT Director Finance-PHDT Deputy Regional Director-PHDT Manager Administration & HR-PHDT RGM Group Senior Manager Group Manager Senior Manager Estate Managers &...

ILO Advocacy Meeting for Factory Owners and Tea Smallholders – Ratnapura Region

Date: 31st July 2024 Venue: Lake Serenity Resort, Kuruwita PHDT hosted an Occupational Safety Health advocacy meeting on July 31st, 2024, at the scenic Lake Serenity Resort in Kuruwita. The meeting brought together key stakeholders in the tea industry, focusing on improving health and labor conditions for factory owners...

Advocacy & Develop Workshop, Safety + Health for All in Plantations Facilitated by PHDT & Funded by ILO – Kegalle Region

Date: 26-07-2024 Venue: Regional Training Center - Kegalle Things were discussed: OSH issues in Tea Plantations Identified Risks and Hazards in Plantations Challenges and opportunities to improve the safety and health of workers What it means for OSH as a Fundamental Right How to enable ‘safety and health for all’...

Inspection of Onsite Thriposha Feeding – Kegalle Region

Date: 24-07-2024 Venue: Udakaradupona CDC - Ambadeniya Estate Participants: MHM - PHDT CDO Facilitated by: PHDT

Director General of the NGO Secretariat visit to the PHDT Nuwara Eliya Regional Office

On July 24, 2024, Mr. Sanjeewa Wimalagunarathna, Director General of the NGO Secretariat, visited the PHDT Nuwara Eliya Regional Office. He was accompanied by Mr. Mayuran, Country Head of WE Effect, and Mr. Saman, Team Leader of the PALM Foundation. The purpose of the visit was to review the IT...

Donors visit to community central kitchen at Dessford Estate – Nuwaraeliya Region

On July 23, 2024, donors visited the community central kitchen at Dessford Estate. This significant event saw officials from TROT, ETP, and PALM in attendance. The visit was facilitated by PHDT and the Estate Management, ensuring a smooth and impactful experience for all involved. The gathering underscored the collaborative effort...

Advocacy Programme on “Health and Safety for All” in Plantations – Kegalle Region

Date: 23-07-2024 Venue: Kelani Valley – Planters Club, Thalduwa. Participants: Director General Director Health Deputy Regional Director Kegalle Manager Admin & HRD Manager Projects Monitoring & Evaluation Health Manager Estate Managers & Assistant Managers = 73 Head-office & Regional team Facilitated by PHDT & Funded by ILO

ILO Advocacy Meeting for Estate Managers and Assistant Managers – Ratnapura Region

We are pleased to report the successful completion of the ILO Advocacy Meeting for Estate Managers and Assistant Managers, which took place on 18th July 2024 at Hotel Grand Guardian, Kuruwita. The event brought together key stakeholders from various sectors to discuss and advocate for enhanced practices and policies within...

CEO’s Forum – 2024

On May 27, 2024, the Plantation Human Development Trust (PHDT) hosted a notable CEO's Forum at the Hotel Marino Beach in Colombo. This event convened key industry leaders to explore pivotal issues and opportunities within the plantation sector. The forum focused on sustainable development, innovation, and the well-being of plantation...

Quarterly review meeting for EMAs – Nuwara Eliya Region

Regional Director, Emphasised on ongoing Health activities conducted at the estates and also informed EMAs to take leadership roles along other health staff to direct the beneficiaries to make maximum benefits. Brainstorming Session on Positive Thinking delivered by Mr.Dulshanka Jeyathilaka, Senior Group Manager, Mattakkelle Estate. Knowledge refreshing programme on Tuberculosis...

Ayurvedic Nutritional Awareness program for parents of children under 5 years old – NuwaraEliya Region.

Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka - An Ayurvedic Nutritional Awareness program was held on May 30, 2024, at the Court Lodge Estate. The program, aimed at parents of children under five years old, attracted 200 participants from the Nuwara Eliya region. Dr. Thilili from the Ayurvedic Clinic Centre in Nuwara Eliya...

“Ray of Hope” English Class Project funded by CTTA – Ratnapura Region.

On June 1, 2024, the inauguration ceremony for the ‘Ray of Hope’ English Class Project took place at the PHDT Ratnapura Regional Office Auditorium. The event marked a significant milestone in the initiative aimed at enhancing English language proficiency among the Region’s plantation community. The ceremony was graced by the...

Maintain Fitness for Best Performance – an awareness session for PHDT Head Office team

The Texstretch team conducted an awareness session on maintaining fitness for optimal performance for the staff of the PHDT Head Office on June 5, 2024. The session took place in the Board Room of the Head Office. Ms. Dilupa, the coach of the Southern Cricket Team, led the session as...

“Ray of Hope” English Class Project funded by CTTA – Galle Region

The “Ray of Hope” English Class Project, funded by the Ceylon Tea Traders Association (CTTA), was inaugurated in the Galle Region on June 8, 2024. This significant event was organized by the Plantation Human Development Trust (PHDT). The initiative aims to enhance the English language skills of the students within...

Awareness Program on Watershed Management – PHDT Head Office

On June 20th, 2024, PHDT organized a Watershed Management Awareness Program at the PHDT Head Office , in collaboration with RA & Kirin Beverages. The event focused on promoting sustainable practices in watershed management and featured Mr. Jehan Canagarathne, the RA representative for Sri Lanka, and Mr. Moosa as the...