US supports resettlement efforts in Sampur

August 26, 2015

The United States has pledged $ 1 million to support resettlement efforts in Sampur, Eastern Province in Sri Lanka as part of its continuing commitment to strengthening Sri Lanka’s peace and development.

The new US Ambassador to Colombo, Ambassador Atul Keshap, has stated that, the goal is to help Sri Lankans around the country overcome the effects of conflict and displacement, improve the lives of their families and communities, and live with dignity.

The first $ 100,000 will be managed by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to provide newly-resettled communities with a range of services and means of support to meet their basic needs. Another $ 900,000 is planned by the US Embassy to build two schools in the Sampur region with facilities to support and house displaced families.

http://www.ft.lk/article/462519/US-supports-resettlement-efforts-in-Sampur

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