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AIDEX 2023 – Celebrating Ability
2023-08-27
09:00:00 - 17:00:00
Rifle Green Grounds of Air Force Headquarters, Colombo 02
The 31st Annual AIDEX 2023 - Sports Day for Persons with Disabilities.
The People’s Market
2023-08-26
16:00:00 - 21:00:00
MJF Centre, 340, Galle Road, Katubedda, Moratuwa (Next to K-Zone)
The People’s Market is back in Moratuwa!
Certificate Awarding Ceremony July 2023, Dilmah Empower Culinary, and Hospitality School
2023-07-08
17:00:00 - 19:00:00
MJF Centre Kalkudah
In celebration of their Certificate Awarding Ceremony
The People’s Market - Moratuwa
2023-04-01
10:00:00 - 18:00:00
MJF Centre, 340, Galle Road, Katubedda, Moratuwa
The People’s Market is back in Moratuwa!
World Down Syndrome Day Celebrations
2023-03-25
08:30:00 - 12:30:00
MJF Centre Moratuwa
Look Beyond Disability
Certificate Awarding Ceremony - 5th batch Empower Culinary and Hospitality School East
2023-03-03
17:00:00 - 19:00:00
Empower Culinary and Hospitality School - Kalkudah
In celebration of their Certificate Awarding Ceremony
Weligama People's Market
2023-02-25
09:30:00 - 17:00:00
Weligama
The People's Market is back in Weligama
People’s Christmas Market
2022-12-17
09:30:00 - 17:00:00
MJF Centre Moratuwa
Join us at THE PEOPLE’S CHRISTMAS MARKET!
People's Market Weligama
2022-12-10
09:30:00 - 17:00:00
Near the Divisional Secretariat Office, Weligama
The People’s Christmas Market is coming to Weligama this December!
The People’s Christmas Market
2022-12-03
15:00:00 - 22:00:00
In front of the t-lounge by Dilmah, at Arcade Independence Square
The People’s Christmas Market is coming to Colombo!!
Classroom Management of Kids with Cerebral Palsy (Tamil)
2022-10-08
09:30:00 - 12:30:00
Online
Register now for the free webinar (Tamil) on "Classroom Management of Kids with Cerebral Palsy"
Webinar on Classroom Management
2022-09-09
14:00:00 - 17:00:00
Online
Webinar on Classroom Management of Kids with Cerebral Palsy.
From Boot Camp Training to a New Beginning
2022-04-09
16:30:00 - 18:30:00
MJF Centre - Moratuwa
The Certificate Awarding Ceremony of Empower Culinary and Hospitality School West and East.
"Getting Back to Rehabilitation" For Children with Special Needs
2022-01-07
18:00:00 - 18:45:00
ZOOM
Join us to discuss the detrimental impact of children missing out on their therapies..
NightMarket – Christmas Edition
2021-12-17
17:30:00 - 22:00:00
MJF Charitable Foundation - Moratuwa (Next to K - Zone)
Join us to support local vendors and have a very merry Christmas!
Celebrating Differences Virtual - 2021
2021-12-09
17:00:00 - 17:30:00
Facebook Live | ZOOM
Join us to share the true meaning of Christmas!
Sadhasarana Christmas Sale - 4th and 5th December
2021-12-04
10:00:00 - 22:00:00
Sadasarana MJF Home for Elder’s, Pitipana
The 15th Annual Sada Sarana Christmas Sale is on!
Every Drop Counts
2021-11-20
08:30:00 - 14:30:00
Urban Council, Peliyagoda
Join the Blood Donation Camp organised by the MJF Kids.
The 8th Graduation of the Empower Culinary & Hospitality School - West
2021-11-20
10:00:00 - 11:00:00
MJF Charitable Foundation - Moratuwa
The 8th intake will receive their certificates and prepare to enter the hospitality industry.
Nightmarket - Chase away the lockdown spooks
2021-10-30
17:30:00 - 22:00:00
MJF Charitable Foundation - Moratuwa
Chase away the lockdown spooks!
Alternate Solutions to Children’s Behavioural Educational and Communication Issues
2021-10-16
15:00:00 - 17:00:00
ZOOM
Join the free workshop on the 16th & 17th of October from
Millions of reasons celebrating Kusali & her friends
2021-10-15
16:00:00 - 16:30:00
Facebook Live
Join us Celebrate World Cerebral Palsy Day
Fun with Yoga
2021-10-10
10:00:00 - 10:45:00
ZOOM
Let’s learn shapes and animals through Yoga.
Story time: Life with Pulli
2021-10-02
10:00:00 - 10:30:00
ZOOM
Join us to hear the story of the young leopard cub Pulli.
Virtual Paduru Party to Celebrate Elders Day
2021-10-02
16:30:00 - 17:30:00
ZOOM
Virtual Paduru Party for the mental fitness and happiness of Elders.
Zhenya's magical gift
2021-09-10
16:30:00 - 17:00:00
Facebook live
Join us to find out how Zhenya's magical gift made all her wishes come true!
Learning the Importance of Saving Resources & How to Minimize Waste
2021-09-09
16:30:00 - 17:00:00
Facebook live
Teaching children the importance of saving and educating them on how to minimize resources while minimizing waste.
Let’s spend our leisure time productively
2021-09-07
13:30:00 - 14:15:00
ZOOM
An excellent opportunity to make use of your time at home to learn something valuable.
Art of saying Thank You
2021-08-20
16:30:00 - 17:00:00
Facebook Live
Show your love & gratitude to a loved-one in a creative way!
Mad about Mega Beasts
2021-07-30
16:30:00 - 17:00:00
Online with Facebook Live
How to make a Mega Beast of your imagination?
What we can learn from the Olympics
2021-07-29
16:30:00 - 17:00:00
Online with Facebook Live
Faster, Higher, Stronger – Together!
Tea Time Fun
2021-07-23
16:30:00 - 17:00:00
Online with Facebook Live
Tea Time can be fun for kids too!
Smart Ways to be Creative with your Phone
2021-07-22
16:30:00 - 17:00:00
Online with Facebook Live
Join us live on the MJFCF Facebook page.
A Guide to Smartphone Photography
2021-07-15
16:30:00 - 17:00:00
Online with Facebook Live
Take better photos from your phone!
Explore Cultures Around the World 2
2021-07-09
16:30:00 - 17:00:00
Online with Facebook Live
Join our travel hosts, Shenali, Kiyara & Melissa live on MJFCF FaceBook.
Exploring Cultures Around the World
2021-07-02
16:30:00 - 17:00:00
Online with Facebook Live
What does the Sri Lankan greeting 'Ayubowan' really mean?
Cerebral Palsy & Nutrition
2021-06-27
19:00:00 - 20:00:00
Online
Join our next disABILITY Webinar to learn about Cerebral Palsy & Nutrition.
Yoga with Waruni
2021-06-26
17:30:00 - 18:45:00
Online with Facebook Live
Unroll your yoga mats this Saturday...
The Song of the Dinosaurs
2021-06-25
16:30:00 - 17:00:00
Online with Facebook Live
Join us for #FreeFridays live – this week includes a fun activity where we all make fossils!
The Amazing World of Butterflies 2
2021-06-24
16:30:00 - 17:00:00
Online
How to attract butterflies into home gardens?
Kal The Adventurer
2021-06-18
16:30:00 - 17:00:00
Online
Join us on a magical adventure with ocean explorer Kal this week on #freefridayslive!
The Amazing World of Butterflies
2021-06-17
16:30:00 - 17:00:00
Online
The world of butterflies is both fascinating and enlightening!
Down Syndrome & Nutrition
2021-06-13
19:00:00 - 20:00:00
Online
Learn about Down Syndrome & Nutrition from Dr. Azyan Shafeek.
Marine Pollution & Solutions
2021-06-11
16:30:00 - 17:00:00
Online
Dive deeper into the seas!
Vision Problems in Children with Special Needs (SINHALA)
2021-05-15
20:00:00 - 21:00:00
Online
Join our next disABILITY webinar on "Vision Problems in Children with Special Needs"
Avurudu in Moratuwa
2021-04-08
10:00:00 - 13:00:00
MJF Centre Moratuwa
The spirit of Avurudu.
Street Food Fiesta with a cause
2021-03-27
17:30:00 - 22:00:00
MJF Centre, Moratuwa (adjoining K-Zone)
Celebrate the tradition of food and music that is Moratuwa!
Epilepsy in Children with Development Disorders
2021-03-26
19:00:00 - 20:00:00
Online
Learn about Epilepsy in children with developmental disorders.
The Down Syndrome Virtual day
2021-03-22
16:30:00 - 17:30:00
Online
Celebrating The Down Syndrome Day!
Choose to Challenge - Celebrating Women's Day at Dilmah
2021-03-08
08:30:00 - 17:00:00
Dilmah Head Office - Peliyagoda
When we choose to challenge, we choose to change.
From Kalkudah with Love - Third Graduation
2021-02-14
18:00:00 - 20:30:00
MJF Centre - Kalkudah
In celebration of their Graduation, the 3rd intake of Empower Culinary & Hospitality School - East will host a private dinner at MJF Centre in Kalkudah.
Virtual Art & Crafts Exhibition
2020-12-23
09:00:00 - 12:00:00
Online
Welcome to NCCCPDD’s first-ever Virtual Art & Craft Exhibition.
Webinar on Autism: The Importance of Early Intervention
2020-08-22
10:00:00 - 12:00:00
Online
Join our next Webinar on http://bit.ly/Webinar-on-Autism
Cerebral Palsy: Early Detection & Intervention
2020-08-15
14:00:00 - 15:00:00
Online
CP - Early Detection & Intervention
Dinner in the East - Second Graduation
2020-07-25
17:30:00 - 19:00:00
MJF Centre, Kalkudah
In celebration of their Graduation, the 2nd intake of Empower Culinary & Hospitality School - East will host a dinner at MJF Centre in Kalkudah.
Yoga for Children with Physical Disabilities
2020-07-18
16:00:00 - 17:00:00
Online
Yoga for Children with Physical Disabilities.
Using Yoga Therapeutically to Support Children with Special Needs
2020-07-05
16:30:00 - 18:00:00
Online event
Webinar with Jyoti Jo Manuel, founder of Special Yoga
Oral Hygiene in Children with Special Needs
2020-06-28
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Online event
Webinar: Oral Hygiene in children with special needs
Managing Children with Special Needs During & After Disrupted Routines
2020-06-20
17:00:00 - 18:30:00
Online Event
Parents can support children with Neurodisability in the post lockdown
Challenges & Solutions in Parenting during disrupted routines.
2020-06-13
16:00:00 - 17:00:00
Online event
Join us this Saturday, 13th June from 4 - 5 pm.
Free webinar on ‘Manual Therapy of Low Back Pain’
2020-05-30
16:00:00 - 17:00:00
Online - Webinar
Join us this Saturday, 30th May for a free webinar.
Each for Equality - Celebrating Women's Day at Dilmah
2020-03-06
09:00:00 - 16:00:00
Dilmah Head Office - Peliyagoda
#EachforEqual - An equal world is an enabled world!
6th ECHS Graduation
2020-01-19
16:00:00 - 18:00:00
MJF Charitable Foundation - Moratuwa
The 6th intake of Dilmah’s Empower Culinary & Hospitality School.
Celebrating Differences - 2019
2019-12-15
18:00:00 - 21:00:00
MJF Centre, Moratuwa
Celebrating Differences - The much-awaited concert.
Colombo Design Market
2019-12-01
10:00:00 - 20:00:00
Rio Complex, Kumaran Ratnam Rd, Colombo 2
Colombo Design Market is back!
CLF Graduation & Awards Ceremony
2019-11-30
17:30:00 - 19:00:00
MJF Centre - West, Katubedda, Moratuwa
The Cricket Live Foundation - Graduation and Awards Ceremony.
Annual Concert of Cape Weligama Preschool
2019-11-25
10:00:00 - 13:00:00
Town Hall, Cape Weligama
Another colourful spectacle that will showcase the talents of tiny tots
Cricket Live Cricket Carnival
2019-11-24
09:00:00 - 17:30:00
Sunandopananda Vidyalaya, Egoda Uyana, Moratuwa
The Cricket Live Carnival - softball cricket tournament.
GoGreen4CP
2019-10-06
17:00:00 - 19:00:00
Viharamahadevi Park - Colombo
Green is the colour of Cerebral Palsy Awareness - associated with growth, harmony and renewal of life. Join us in celebrating World CP Day as Colombo lights up in #Green4CP this Sunday.
Aidex 2019
2019-09-08
09:00:00 - 17:00:00
Rifle Green Grounds of Air Force Headquarters, Sir Chittampalam A. Gardiner Mawatha, Colombo 02
The annual AIDEX Sports Day is organised by the Colombo Friend-in-Need Society to inspire and motivate amputees who are users of the Jaipur Limb to reach their fullest potential.
1st Graduation - Empower Culinary & Hospitality School, East
2019-09-07
18:30:00 - 21:00:00
MJF Centre - East, RDS Road, Kumburumulai, Kalkudah
In celebration of their Graduation, the 1st intake of Empower Culinary & Hospitality School - East will host a dinner at MJF Centre in Kalkudah.
The Festival of Kites - Come #FlyAKite
2019-08-24
09:00:00 - 14:00:00
Panadura Beach
The 2nd MJF Festival of Kites is sure to be the best yet! With fun games, kite-making workshops and entertainment all day long, you will have a great day with your family and friends!
CLPL 2019 - Cricket Live Premier League
2019-08-21
08:00:00 - 17:30:00
Moratuwa- Janajaya Vidyalaya (21/08- 24/08)
Sunandopananda Vidyalaya (21/08-25/08)
Siyambalanduwa - Cambell Park (21/08-22/08)

Arts & Crafts Exhibition
2019-08-15
09:00:00 - 12:30:00
National Centre for Children with Cerebral Palsy and Other Developmental Disorders, 111/5, 4th Lane, Koswatte Road, Kalapaluwawa, Rajagiriya.
The Annual Art & Crafts Exhibition at National Centre for Children with Cerebral Palsy and Other Developmental Disorders in Rajagiriya will feature arts & crafts by children with special needs - celebrating their abilities and giving them the opportunity to express themselves through creative and sensory experiences.
Opening of The Sensory Garden
2019-08-15
09:00:00 - 12:30:00
National Centre for Children with Cerebral Palsy and Other Developmental Disorders, 111/5, 4th Lane, Koswatte Road, Kalapaluwawa, Rajagiriya.
The National Centre for Children with Cerebral Palsy and Other Developmental Disorders in Rajagiriya will unveil its Sensory Garden next week.
5th ECHS Graduation - Dinner in the Garden
2019-07-16
18:00:00 - 20:30:00
MJF Centre, Moratuwa
In Celebration of their Graduation, the 5th intake of ECHS will host a dinner in the garden at MJF Centre Moratuwa.
Culinary Networking Event
2019-07-12
09:00:00 - 17:00:00
MJF Centre, Moratuwa
Michelin star chef, Larry Jayasekara will bring his highly-regarded culinary expertise to ECHS, Moratuwa this Friday to inspire a new generation of chefs in Sri Lanka.
Opening of NCCCPDD in Kandy
2019-05-23
16:00:00 - 18:00:00
68, William Gopallawa Mawatha, Kandy
The regional centre of NCCCPDD will make its entry into Kandy as part of our efforts to strengthen the response to the needs of people with disabilities in Central Province of Sri Lanka.
MJF Centre - East takes Autism Awareness to Surrounding Communities
2019-05-22
09:00:00 - 10:30:00
MJF Centre - East Kalkudah
Organised by MJF Centre - East Kalkudah with the DS division of Kiran, this programme will increase awareness and understanding of Autism.
Down Syndrome Day 2019
2019-03-30
08:30:00 - 14:00:00
MJF Centre - Moratuwa
Come celebrate World Down Syndrome Day with us on the 30 of March at MJF Centre, Moratuwa. Let's make it a day to value our differences, our abilities, and our worth! Have fun and help raise awareness.
NCCCPDD - Annual Sports Meet 2019
2019-03-27
08:30:00 - 11:30:00
Sri Siddhartha Maha Vidyalaya Grounds, Kalapaluwawa, Rajagiriya.
At the annual Sports Meet of Dilmah's NCCCPDD, every child will be given a chance to participate, showcase their ability and reach their fullest potential through sport and active recreation.
Workshop on Eye Gaze
2019-03-20
09:00:00 - 16:00:00
NCCCPDD, 111/5, 4th Lane, Koswatte Road, Kalapaluwawa, Rajagiriya
Eye-gaze technology for play and communication in children with cerebral palsy and complex communication needs.

The opening of Empower Culinary and Hospitality School at MJF Centre, East
2019-01-28
09:00:00 - 12:00:00
MJF Centre for Dignified Empowerment and Sustainable Development East,
RDS Road, Kumburumulai,
Vembu, Kalkudah

Disability Awareness Programme for Community Social Workers and Midwives
2019-01-18
09:00:00 - 16:00:00
NCCCPDD, Rajagiriya
The National Centre for Children with Cerebral Palsy and Other Developmental Disorders, in partnership with MAITS (
Celebrating Differences - Dilmah Celebrating Thirtea
2018-12-16
18:00:00 - 20:00:00
MJF Charitable Foundation - Moratuwa
This year's Celebrating Differences will stay true to its name by having children from MJF Kids programmes across Sri Lanka performing on stage - showcasing their many talents as Dilmah celebrates 30 years of taste, goodness and purpose.
The School Bag Project by Tokai Coop
2018-12-11
10:00:00 - 15:00:00
Craighead Estate
Representatives of Dilmah's business partner in Japan Tokai Coop, along with the distributor WALTZ Co. is contributing to a cause that will benefit the children at the Craighead, Kataboola and Queensbury estates.
Cricket Live Annual Awards Ceremony 2018
2018-11-30
15:00:00 - 18:00:00

The 4th Graduation: Afternoon Tea for the 21st Century
2018-11-25
16:30:00 - 18:30:00
MJF Centre - Moratuwa
The 4th batch of ECHS’ culinary boot camp who successfully completed their course will be graduating on the 25th of November. On this special occasion, the aspiring young chefs will host an Afternoon Tea at the MJF Centre Moratuwa.
Training Course on Dysphagia for infants and children with Cerebral Palsy.
2018-10-24
09:00:00 - 16:00:00
National Centre for Children with Cerebral Palsy and other Developmental Disorders
(NCCCPDD), 111/5, 4th lane, Koswatte road,
Kalapaluwawa, Rajagiriya, Sri Lanka

Country Roads - A True Celebration of Music and Life.
2018-10-19
15:00:00 - 17:00:00
MJF Foundation - The Merrill J. Fernando Charitable Foundation - Moratuwa
Celebrating the 30th anniversary of South Asia’s and Sri Lanka’s longest-running children’s charity concert - ‘Country Roads’ will come alive on the 19th of October, 10 am at the MJF Centre in Moratuwa to entertain the kids and youth from Rainbow Centre, MJF Youth and Cricket Live Foundation.
NCCCPDD Annual Concert - 2018
2018-10-12
09:00:00 - 00:00:00
National Centre for Cerebral Palsy and Other Developmental Disorders (NCCCPDD), 111/5, 4th Lane, Koswatte Road, Kalapaluwawa, Rajagiriya.
The concert at NCCCPDD will be a display of a multitude of talents that put the focus on the abilities of children and youth with Cerebral Palsy, Autism and Down Syndrome.
Workshop on Sensory Integration
2018-10-08
09:00:00 - 16:00:00
National Centre for Cerebral Palsy and Other Developmental Disorders (NCCCPDD), 111/5, 4th Lane, Koswatte Road, Kalapaluwawa, Rajagiriya
Learn and discover how sensations, sensory integration and sensory processing impact behaviour by addressing the challenges seen with daily activities and skills from
Cricket Live Foundation - Family Fun Day & Fathers’ Cricket Tournament.
2018-09-24
08:30:00 - 17:30:00
Uyana Kanishta Vidyalaya - Lunawa Moratuwa
This get-together, filled with fun activities will bring families together. The tournament will encourage fathers to engage in sports while improving discipline and sportsmanship. 24-38 teams, consisting of 3 females and 3 males per team will be taking part in this event which will be held on 24th of September from 8:30-17:30 at Uyana Kanishta Vidyalaya, Lunawa, Moratuwa.
Opening of the MJF Centre for Dignified Empowerment and Sustainable Development - East.
2018-09-01
15:15:00 - 20:00:00
RDS Road, Kumburumulai

AIDEX Sports Meet 2018
2018-08-18
09:00:00 - 17:00:00
Stanley Jansz Stadium, Colombo 02
The annual AIDEX sports Day organized by the Colombo Friend-in-Need Society to inspire and motivate amputees who are users of the Jaipur Limb will be held on 18th August 2018 at Stanley Jansz Stadium, Colombo 02.
Workshop on Dyslexia
2018-08-14
09:00:00 - 16:00:00
NCCCPDD, 111/5, 4th Lane, Koswatte Road, Kalapalauwawa, Rajagiriya.
A 6-day workshop on Dyslexia from the 14th – 19th August 2018. This workshop will cover Language Development, Reading and Spelling, Writing, Math, Executive Functions, Study Skills and Multiple Intelligences.
Holiday Programme for Kids.
2018-08-13
09:30:00 - 16:00:00
MJF Charitable Foundation - Moratuwa
This is a great 10-day long programme for children aged 6-16 to stay entertained throughout their holidays. We offer a range of activities from Music to Art & Crafts, Cartoon Drawing, Videography, Gardening, Cookery and Martial Arts.
Climate Reality: Threats, Responses and Opportunities in a Changing World
2018-07-31
15:30:00 - 17:30:00
BMICH - Jasmine Hall
Dilmah Ceylon Tea Company PLC, through its environmental arm, Dilmah Conservation, in partnership with Global Compact Network Sri Lanka, will host an inaugural forum where International and Sri Lankan experts will share practical options for climate innovation and adaptation for both urban and rural settings.
CLF - Cricket Sixes Tournament- Finals
2018-07-29
08:30:00 - 17:30:00

Street Art by Daco
2018-07-07
10:00:00 - 17:00:00
MJF Charitable Foundation – Moratuwa
The Street Art by Daco is part of the month-long French Spring Festival organized by the French Embassy and Alliance Francaise de Kotte from June 14th to July 14th.

Convocation 2018 - Curtiss Institute of Design
2018-07-01
17:30:00 - 19:00:00
MJF Charitable Foundation Center, Moratuwa.
Students who have successfully completed: Certificate in Graphic Design, MS Office, IT Essentials for Daily Life, IT for Cricket Live Foundation will be graduating at the Convocation of Curtiss Institute of Design on the 1st July 2018.
Clean Our Shores
2018-06-09
08:00:00 - 11:00:00
Moratuwa beach
The Merrill J. Fernando Charitable Foundation takes Dilmah’s #NoPlastic campaign a further step ahead with a beach cleanup.
Manual Therapy workshop
2018-05-26
09:00:00 - 17:00:00
NCCCPDD
This is a 4 days (32Hrs) Hands-on Workshop targeted for both Physiotherapy students and clinicians.
Bocuse D’or Asia 2018
2018-05-08
10:00:00 - 18:00:00
Guangzhou, China
Bocuse d'Or is the most prestigious gastronomic competition in the world.
Workshop on Supporting Infants & Children with Visual impairment
2018-04-27
09:00:00 - 17:00:00
National Centre for Children with Cerebral Palsy and other Developmental Disorders (NCCCPDD)
At National Centre for Children with Cerebral Palsy and other Developmental Disorders (NCCCPDD)
World Down Syndrome Day 2018
2018-04-08
08:00:00 - 12:00:00
111, Negombo Road, Peliyagoda, Sri Lanka.
We invite you to join the Rainbow Centre to enjoy a day of traditional avrudu games and customs.

Celebrating The Magic of Giant Puppets
2018-03-24
16:00:00 - 18:00:00
World Puppet Day Celebrations
Independence Square
Colombo 7

Dyslexia Awareness Workshop
2018-03-01
09:00:00 - 15:00:00
NCCCPDD
111/5, 4th Lane, Koswatte Road,
Kalapaluwawa,
Rajagiriya

Gait Analysis Workshop
2017-12-15
08:00:00 - 16:00:00
National Centre for Children with Cerebral Palsy and other Developmental Disorders (NCCCPDD)
111/5, 4th lane, Koswatte road,
Kalapaluwawa, Rajagiriya