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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…