In 2022 when I saw this video I wondered how this was not child abuse.
With everything we are witnessing right now, maybe it's time we had a national conversation about the practice of trapping children in robes and depriving them of a childhood and potentially making them vulnerable to abuse.
I wonder whether this is why child welfare reform is always so cautious in Sri Lanka... because once you recognise that children have rights, cant consent, and their best interests come first... These "cultural" practices will be questioned and challenged.
You can't have one standard for protecting children and another when religion is involved specially if we believe in one country, one law.
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An elderly couple walked in with a small donation — but full of heart. ❤️
Moments like these are happening across Sri Lanka, as people step forward in whatever way they can to help those affected.
True strength is in kindness. 🇱🇰🙏
Video Courtesy: Dinesh Chathu Ranga
Volunteers with jet skis and boats are risking their lives in high-risk flooded areas, rescuing hundreds of people trapped by rising waters.
A powerful reminder of Sri Lanka’s spirit in times of crisis. 🇱🇰💚
Inspiring Humanity ❤️🇱🇰
The Narahenpita Blood Bank is overflowing with donors after the urgent call for blood.
So proud of our people 🙏🩸🇱🇰
In the middle of a national crisis, Sri Lankans once again show their unmatched compassion and unity.