Commitment to Creating Positive & Sustainable Change Within Society.

Urban Citizens’ approach to holistic development is driven by a deep commitment to creating positive and sustainable change within society. While the organization acknowledges the vast array of development areas, it is now being restructured with 5 fundamental pillars forming the core of its strategy moving forward. This includes mobilizing, education, organizing, partnership, and advocacy. This strategic focus allows for a focus on several priority areas owing to the constraints posed by limited resources. These priority areas encompass a wide spectrum of societal concerns. Urban Citizens has emerged as a remarkable testament to the power of camaraderie, shared values, and a resolute commitment to fostering positive change. This voluntary organization, forged by a small group of friends united by a deep sensitivity towards the urgent imperatives of sustainable development, has become a beacon of hope for Sri Lanka’s societal, cultural, economic, and environmental challenges. With a clear-eyed understanding of the pressing issues that beset the nation, Urban Citizens has not only recognized the need for change but has wholeheartedly dedicated itself to addressing these issues head-on. Urban citizen mission is grounded in a holistic approach that acknowledges the interconnectedness of various facets of development. What sets Urban Citizen apart is unwavering belief in the power of people. The organization firmly advocates for the active involvement of individuals at every echelon of decision-making as the linchpin of sustainable development. This principle is deeply rooted in the conviction that when individuals are empowered to contribute to decisions that affect their lives, the outcomes are not only more responsive to the needs of the community but also more likely to yield lasting, positive change.