Recently, a sensitization programme for Human Resource Management and administrative staff from factories in the Koggala EPZ was held as part of the new UNFPA EPZ project. Mr. R.V.P. Rajapakshe, Unit Head of Outreach at FPA Sri Lanka, introduced FPA’s services and the EPZ project, which aims to address gender inequalities, particularly in the apparel sector across key EPZs in Sri Lanka.

Led by Mr. M.O. Jayalath, Senior Manager of Koggala SDP, discussions focused on critical Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) issues faced by factory workers. The conversation also covered project implementation, shared responsibilities, and new proposals from HR personnel to support workers.

Participants included 14 HR officers from various factories in Koggala EPZ and a representative from the BOI, with the program coordinated by Mr. P. Godage, Deputy Director of the Industrial Relations Unit at BOI Koggala.