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- Smiling Lanka Foundation, 3M/28/2, NHS, Kiribathgoda, Sri Lanka.
- +94 (0)70 700 8012
- Smiling Lanka Foundation, 3M/28/2, NHS, Kiribathgoda, Sri Lanka.
Smiling Lanka
Foundation
Smiling Lanka Foundation
Smiling Lanka Foundation
ABOUT US
Smiling Lanka Foundation – Spreading Mental Wellbeing Across the Nation
Smiling Lanka Foundation (SSL) is a heartfelt initiative established under the Saddham Arya Padanama in 2009. With our roots deep in compassion and service, we have grown into a respected volunteer- based organization, championing the cause of mental wellbeing throughout Sri Lanka.
We bring together a powerful network of medical officers in psychiatry, psychologists, and professional counsellors, all volunteering their time, expertise, and empathy to nurture emotional health and resilience in our communities.
At SMILE Sri Lanka, we believe in personalized care, meaningful conversations, and the strength of human connection. Our team actively engages with workplaces, schools, universities, and community groups to ensure no one walks alone on their mental health journey.
With our head office in Kiribathgoda, a branch in Seeduwa, and a resource center in Ragama, our presence spans across multiple regions, reflecting our commitment to accessibility and nationwide impact.
Our Story
The story of Smiling Lanka Foundation began with two compassionate psychiatrists Dr. Gayan Jayawardana and Dr. Priyamali De Silva. Who envisioned a mentally strong and emotionally fulfilled Sri Lanka. In 2009, guided by a deep understanding of the growing mental health needs in the country, they co-founded SSL under the Saddham Arya Padanama.
Their mission was simple yet powerful: to give every Sri Lankan the chance to smile again not just on the outside, but from deep within. They recognized the urgent need to address rising stress levels, emotional isolation, and lack of awareness surrounding mental health.
What began as a small, passionate team soon grew into a structured organization managed by a dedicated Executive Committee. Each member, from event managers to project coordinators, contributes their unique expertise to serve communities across the nation.
Over the years, SSL has reached diverse populations from school children and teachers to corporate teams, pregnant mothers, and elders guiding them towards healing, balance, and a renewed sense of purpose.
This is not just our history, it’s a living journey of transformation, and every smile we bring is a milestone in our story.
Why We?
- Volunteer-Led Mission – Compassionate service above
- Mental Health Expertise – Led by professionals in psychiatry and psychology
- Community Focused – Programs tailored to every age group
- Nationwide Reach – From city schools to rural communities
Detailed History Timeline (More Informative)
Break into micro-events with dates:
- 2009 – Foundation of SSL by Dr. Gayan & Dr. Priyamali
- 2010-2012 – Expansion into schools and Dhamma programs
- 2015 – Added maternal wellbeing workshops
- 2020 – Launched corporate mental wellness programs
- 2023 – Digital awareness campaign and online support
A WORD FROM OUR PRASIDENT
From birth to the last breadth, every human being is in search of happiness. Happiness is the sole motive of every human activity: thought, physical activity, and cognition. But, in the journey towards happiness, we encounter challenges both in our external environment as well as inside our mental environment. High expectations, complicated human relationships, and other physical hardships make it difficult for us to reach the ultimate goal of happiness.
Smiling Lanka Foundation (SSL or SMILE) was founded with the purpose of helping each individual to find his or her own path towards happiness. SMILE redefines happiness. SMILE helps to adjust, adapt, and achieve new skills in life to obtain true happiness, to find the true meaning of life. SMILE helps individuals to understand the true purpose of life. We believe that as human beings the utmost duty possessed by every human being is not only to spread happiness, to serve the human kind, to make a person happy, but also not to cause any physical or mental harm.
Spirituality, balanced social life, and healthy habits in life, which nourish mental and physical wellbeing, are being promoted by SMILE Sri Lanka. SMILE Sri Lanka invites all good humans around the globe to join with us to help
others to find the purpose of their lives and to make them happy while each of us finding our true purpose of life. SMILE Sri Lanka is a philanthropist organization guided by a vision and a mission to ensure mental wellbeing for all.
Thanking you,
Vindhya Jayasinghe,
Psychological counselor
ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE
WAY TO SUCCESS
Cost
Effectiveness
Our various services arecomprehensive andtailored to suit the needsand budgets offacilitators
“Smiling Lanka Foundation” aims toprovide our clients withpersonalised services andinformation to help themlead physically andmentally balanced life.
Professionalism
Our team comprises of a highlytrained and dedicatedprofessionals who are devotedto providing clients withaccurate guidance to choosethe best suitable solutions tomatch their educational andfinancial standards.
We stay abreast of the latestrules/ regulations and areaccustomed to changes as andwhen they are implemented.
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