Founder & Director
Dinoja Navarathnarajah
Founded LightUp Lanka in June 2023. Leads work on gender equality, human rights, digital safety and community development in the Northern Province.
LIGHTUP LANKA · People & leadership
Local knowledge.
Shared commitment.
Meet the people who guide LightUp Lanka and connect our purpose with community participation.
WOMEN-LED. VOLUNTEER-POWERED.
Change begins with people who know their communities.
Local leadership, practical experience and volunteer participation connect our work with the priorities of women, children and young people. Our team brings together advocacy, programme coordination and a commitment to dignity.
OUR LEADERSHIP
Women leading
with their communities.
Local leadership and volunteer participation shape LightUp Lanka’s work.
Senior Program Manager & Project Coordinator
Nilavini Thavapalan
Coordinates programmes, digital safety advocacy and community field operations, working with volunteers and local partners.
Director & Education Facilitator
Vidurshi Victor
Supports education, teaching and capacity-building programmes, helping participants develop practical skills and confidence.
THERE’S A PLACE TO CONTRIBUTE
Bring your experience.
Learn with others.
Tell us about your skills, interests and availability. Volunteering begins with a conversation about where your contribution can be useful.