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This state-of-the-art facility was officially unveiled today (25th September 2025) at our Mannar Centre by Dr. S. Roy, Deputy Director of the District General Hospital, Mannar. The initiative highlights FRC’s long-standing commitment to delivering high-quality psychosocial interventions, strengthening stakeholder engagement, and fostering meaningful community interactions. The Digital Virtual Platform addresses the need for wider communication…

The Family Rehabilitation Centre (FRC) conducted a Referral Pathway Training in Mullaitivu on 13 August 2025 under the BAT project, facilitated by Imran Hasan, Quality and Learning Manager. The training emphasized how effective referral systems can ensure that individuals are connected to the right services when their needs extend beyond the capacity of a single…

The Family Rehabilitation Centre (FRC) conducted a stakeholder training on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and Trauma in Mullaitivu on 12 August 2025 under the BAT project, facilitated by Dr. S. Sivathas. The training focused on deepening understanding of the causes and consequences of GBV, the impact of trauma and PTSD, and introduced motivational interviewing techniques to…

Family Rehabilitation Centre (FRC )expands its services to the Anuradhapura District The opening ceremony of the Family Rehabilitation Centre’s (FRC) Anuradhapura District Office was opened by Dr.W M Palitha Bandara – Provincial Director of Health Services on the 16th of January 2025. This significant event marked a new chapter in FRC’s mission to enhance access…

On November 1, 2024, the Family Rehabilitation Centre (FRC) hosted a compelling forum titled“It’s Time to Prioritize Mental Health in the Workplace” to address the growing need for mentalhealth support in professional environments. The event brought together leading voices in thefields of mental health, law, and social sciences to explore the critical role that mental…

On November 8, 2024, the Family Rehabilitation Centre (FRC) and MHPSS.net, with thesupport of GIZ Sri Lanka, hosted a successful one-day workshop titled “Strengthening ReferralCapacity: Building a Practical Shared Referral Directory” at the Bharathi Star Hotel inKilinochchi. This event aimed to enhance referral systems within Mental Health andPsychosocial Support (MHPSS) services across the Northern Province….

The 2nd Open Forum Discussion on Torture and Human Rights in the Sri Lankan Context, hosted by the Family Rehabilitation Centre (FRC) on 28th May 2024, featured two distinguished speakers. Professor Wasantha Seneviratne, an Attorney-at-Law and Chair Professor of Public and International Law at the Department of Public and International Law, Faculty of Law, University…

The Open Forum, organized by the Family Rehabilitation Centre (FRC), brought together experts, practitioners, and representatives from funding agencies to discuss the intersection of psychosocial interventions and human rights in Sri Lanka. The event aimed to improve the well-being of communities by highlighting the need for evidence-based policies. Participants shared insights, experiences, and best practices,…

 In February 2024, the Family Rehabilitation Centre (FRC) and the University of Jaffna initiated discussions to formalize a partnership aimed at enhancing the professional development of psychology graduates. Following these preliminary meetings, on 26th April 2024, the two institutions signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a dedicated internship program. This program is designed…