Aid builds local project capacity in the Eastern Province

(September 29, Colombo, Sri Lanka Guardian) The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) sponsored two training programs to strengthen the ability of local Sri Lankan officials to deliver services to Eastern Province residents. The two residential workshops supported by USAID reached over 90% of local authorities in the Eastern Province, providing them with the skills to better plan, prioritize, and budget for local projects.

“It is important that local leaders be well prepared to meet the challenges of managing complex development activities in the Eastern Province,” said Rebecca Cohn, USAID Mission Director. “USAID is pleased that our assistance has provided 100 elected officials and staff from 36 Pradesheeya Sabhas and one urban council with new skills.
-Sri Lanka Guardian