Royal Norwegian Embassy, UNDP provide support to resettled communities in north

• Deputy Head of Mission of the Royal Norwegian Embassy visits UNDP-supported resettled households  in Tellipalai DS Division, Jaffna 

Royal Norwegian Embassy of Sri Lanka Deputy Head of Mission Monica Svenskerud recently visited the areas of Palali and Kankesanthurai in the Jaffna District where communities have been resettled. 

She was accompanied by Royal Norwegian Embassy Senior Advisor Vidya Perera and Government officials including the Jaffna District Secretary and the Tellipalai Divisional Secretary. 

Implemented by UNDP on the ground and funded by the Government of Norway, the delegation visited the resettled areas in Palali north, while also inspecting the progress of development in human settlements and livelihood support systems. 

Addressing the community at the opening ceremony of the multi-purpose centre in Kankesanthurai south, Svenskerud stated: “Rebuilding livelihoods in post-conflict areas is a critical component of peacebuilding and is vital for the road to economic recovery. The Government of Norway remains committed to supporting communities in the north.” 

UNDP Sri Lanka works with resettled communities with funding assistance from the Royal Norwegian Embassy to uplift their livelihoods and revive the local economy in the area. The project also seeks to enhance access to Government services whilst strengthening community organisations and networks.