We Are About Us Kaveri Kala Manram is a registered Reg No A 00212537 non-governmental organization (NGO) based and working mainly in the North & Eastern Region of Sri Lanka. That main office located Ananthapuram Kilinochchci. It is a community empowerment organization that is actively involved not only in protecting and promoting traditional arts and culture but also using these to foster social and environmental justice in the community. In 2005, Rev T S Joshua originated and led a community based relief and rehabilitation programme, supported by the Leprosy Mission, for a displaced and neglected leprosy community is a village called Kattupulam in Northern Sri Lanka. KKM was formed by the youngsters from this village who benefited from this rehabilitation programme. Street drama (Theru Koothu) was used by this talented group of youngsters to raise awareness about leprosy and other neglected health issues. Some of these actors still work with the KKM. From these humble beginnings KKM has grown to be a dynamic organization that is working in almost all the Districts of the Northern Province. The major area of KKM‟s activity is still Leprosy – raising awareness and supporting leprosy affected individuals and families. Theatre activities of KKM have expanded and now include theatre techniques such as „playback theatre‟. forum theatre and „dream theatre‟. Dream Theatre is a technique created by KKM from its experience in the community. The leprosy project being implemented by KKM is supported and funded by the Leprosy Mission of England and Wales. (TLMEW). Since the end of the ethnic war in Sri Lanka, KKM is working in the Vanni region and thanks to support of a number of Diaspora groups - especially the Vanni Hope Project group from Sydney, Vulnerable and disadvantaged families are being helped in crucial areas such as education, health and sustainable livelihood. KKM uses Theatre and Art as the main modalities for reaching and engaging with the local communities. KKM has a robust administrative structure and its projects and accounts are regularly audited by independent external auditors. It is a community organization working with the communities towards sustainable development.

Poverty eradication, sustainable economy development with Creation Care & Leprosy Defeated, Lives Transformed.

Stand for the Truth by following Jesus Christ to demonstrate the gospel. The Kaveri Kala Manram is dedicated to bringing about transformation among Sri Lanka’s community; breaking the chains of poverty & leprosy and empowering people to attain healing, dignity, and life in all its fullness.

Awareness, Education, Health and Livelihood.AEHL Strategy of KKM.

1.Raising AWARENESS.

2.Implementing EDUCATIONAL processes.

3.Promoting HEALTH

4.Fostering LIVELIHOOD opportunities.

President : Pastor. S. Santhanapillai

Secretary: Mrs. Premini Yogarasa

Treasurer: Mr. S. Puthisigamani