Equité successfully conducted a Training of Trainers program for government stakeholders in Polonnaruwa, focusing on SOGIESC, gender, law, and human rights. By enhancing gender sensitivity among government staff—key protectors of fundamental rights and the Constitution—this program contributes to building a more inclusive and just society.

Équité conducted a two-day Advanced Capacity Building Training Program for young leaders from Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, and Matale, focusing on strategic advocacy, community empowerment, and rights-based communication. Participants gained knowledge and skills in leadership, role modeling, effective communication, and human rights activism, empowering them to support marginalized communities. With their creativity and collaboration, these young leaders are poised to make meaningful contributions to strengthening the human rights movement in society.

Equité successfully conducted an Advanced Capacity Building Program for community leaders in Batticaloa, Eastern Province, covering SOGIESC, reconciliation, HIV/STI/AIDS prevention, and human rights law. Strengthening leaders’ knowledge on these topics empowers them to address human rights violations and advocate for equality and protection for all.

Equité conducted a two-day residential capacity-building workshop in the Northern Province, bringing together first-time LGBTIQ+ participants. Facilitated entirely by past Equité fellows—now trainers and community leaders—the program strengthened participants’ skills, knowledge, and confidence. This initiative highlighted a key milestone in the movement, as trained members step into leadership roles to amplify local voices, foster solidarity, and promote equality.

Équité conducted a Training of Trainers session in Ingiriya, focused on empowering human rights defenders who are actively working on LGBTIQ+ advocacy. This training enhanced their capacities in lobbying, public speaking, and grassroots organizing, enabling them to amplify their voices and promote human rights at all levels.