Ripple Effect - Project Booklet

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Opportunity ID - http://opportunities.aiesec.org/opportunity/813637 Phase 01 - 1 May 2017-19 June 2017 Phase 02 - 20th June 2017 - 30th July 2017

why Sri Lanka Having a history of more than 2500 years, Sri Lanka is a country with an unique culture.

With beautiful beaches, sweet countryside and wildlife Sri Lanka has won millions of hearts.

Mouthwatering traditional dishes of Sri Lanka are popular all around the world.

With everlasting smiles on their faces, Sri Lankans are considered one of the friendliest nations in the world.

about Sri Lanka

8.0 Located in the Indian Ocean

Home to 20

million people Enriched with a multicultural society

Sinhala is the most commonly spoken language English is widely used too

Sri Lankan Rupee is the currency medium

Culture Inspired by its 2500 years old history, Sri Lanka has a vivid culture. A big part of it is inspired from Buddhism.

Art, Sculpture, Music, Dancing, Architecture and everything is a part of this unique culture.

Nature Sri Lanka is blessed to have long sandy beaches, soothing countryside and a wide variety of flora and fauna.

Food Sri Lanka has a wide variety of food influenced by multiple cultures.

Usually Sri Lankans are used to eat traditional rice and curry for most of their meals.

But we also have lightweight food and snacks like hoppers, string hoppers, rotti etc.

And Sri Lankan traditional food includes a special set of sweets too.

Currency Sri Lankan Rupee is the currency used in Sri Lanka.

Rupees are available as 25 and 50 cents(not used anymore) 1,2,5 and 10 rupees in coins and 10,20,50,100,500,1000,2000 and 5000 in notes.

One American Dollar is exchanged into 145 Sri Lankan rupees (approximately).

Transportation The most popular public transportation methods in Sri Lanka are buses and trains.

Specially the train rides through the countryside are very popular among tourists.

The other popular vehicle is the tuk tuk.

As they are very common in Sri Lankan streets anytime, this three wheeled vehicle is one of the favorite rides of tourists.

Apart from these one can always hire a taxi anytime.

Here are some apps that could be useful when traveling in Sri Lanka.

Google maps

Pick me

UBER

why AIESEC Colombo South AIESEC CS was awarded as the best Local Committee in the Asia Pacific region

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300+ exchanges per year

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What is Ripple Effect is a charity based community development project organized by AIESEC Colombo South with the vision of enhancing the lives of underdeveloped communities in Sri Lanka.

Ripple Effect is aligned with the UN’s sustainable development goal – Reduced Inequalities Phase 01 - 1st May 2017 - 19th June 2017 Phase 02 - 20th June 2017 - 30th July 2017

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Why Ripple Effect Our objective is to engage in community development activities to create a positive impact on the society.

And to encourage more and more people to do the same.

So that the underprivileged communities are provided with what they need while giving our eps the chance to improve themselves and others in a unique manner

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Project Description Expected events Main event – School renovation project Renovating an underprivileged school Donating stationary and other equipment to the children attending to the health and nutrition needs of the children

Programs at children’s homes Doing IT and English sessions Showcasing their talents Interactive sessions

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Project Description Expected events Event at the cancer hospital Spending a day with cancer patients Interactive sessions

Programs for disabled soldiers Showcasing their talents Interactive sessions

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Project Description Expected events Program at an elders home Spending a day with elders Providing the things they need Public awareness events Raising awareness about charity

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Global Village and Icon • Experience the diversified cultures and traditions of various countries at one place.

• Meet new people at the Global Village and live the moment.

Interns Conference (iCON) :

• A conference organized for all the interns of the Local committee .

• Registration fee – 6$

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Important Notes Logistics • You have to send us a copy of your flight ticket to confirm your arrival time and date • You should buy a local phone number when you arrive • Contact your ep buddy as soon as possible after landing • Exchange the needed amount of money at the airport • Your ep buddy will pick you up at the airport. You have to pay the pickup fee( 35 USD) • You should pay the TN fee….

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Important Notes Food • Meals are not provided • Restaurants and delivery service are available • Eps can visit a supermarket and buy food for cooking if necessary

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Important Notes Dress • There is no special dress code expected from the eps • But you should wear proper clothes when you visit temples or such religious places.

• Smoking is prohibited in public places

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Important Notes Transportation • You can travel by any transportation service; buses trains tuk tuks or cabs • Be sure to let your ep buddy know whenever you are going somewhere • Using google maps when travelling is highly recommended

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Check-List • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Passport, visa and travelling insurance card.

Sufficient amount of money and a bank card.

Sufficient clothes.

A pair of flip flops.

Toiletries.

Medication.

A medical insurance.

Coverlet, pillow cover and blanket.

A backpack and stationary, A laptop ,chargers and adapters.

A multi plug.

An internet dongle.

Water tumbler, container and cutleries.

An umbrella Hangers and detergent.

Other personal items.

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Contact Us Pamaljith Harshapriya Local Committee Vice President Incoming Global Volunteer WhatsApp : +94774950606 Skype : pamaljithharshapriya FaceBook : www.facebook.com/pamaljith.harshapriya Email : pamaljith@gmail.com

8.0 Piumi Dilshani Local Committee Vice President Incoming Global Volunteer WhatsApp : +94716933324 Skype : piumi.dilshani FaceBook : www.facebook.com/piumi.dilshani.50 Email : dilshanipiumi@gmail.com

Opportunity ID - http://opportunities.aiesec.org/opportunity/813637 Phase 01 - 1 May 2017-19 June 2017 Phase 02 - 20th June 2017 - 30th July 2017