In June 2026 the Centre for Women & Development (CWD) began a new project under Pathways to Peace, working in Jaffna District to strengthen women’s political participation and improve responses to gender-based violence (GBV).
The project focuses on building safer, more inclusive local governance. Planned work includes strengthening village-level GBV groups and linking them with duty bearers, supporting Pradeshiya Sabha–level consultations, and bringing together community organisations, Women’s Development Officers and local officials.
Pathways to Peace publicly lists CWD as a partner organisation for this work in Jaffna. The signed project agreement was shared with CWD on 2 June 2026, with implementation planned from June through September 2026 and continuing engagement thereafter.
CWD looks forward to working with partners and communities so that more women can take part in decision-making and find stronger protection against violence.