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SDB Bank 2026 Women's Day Impact
Key performance indicators for the 2026 Women's Day awareness and community programs.
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DFCC Bank Champions Women's Empowerment through "Ride for Life : Ride ...
On a recent March morning in Colombo, Kandy and Galle, groups of cyclists moved through the streets, not as a race or spectacle, but as a statement. It was DFCC Bank’s “Ride for Life” - this time centred on “Ride for Her” - and it was about more than cycling.Over the years, “Ride for Life” has become a defining part of DFCC Bank’s community engagement, bringing together employees, customers, and the public to ride with purpose. What began as a platform to encourage conversations around wellbeing has steadily evolved into something broader - a way of using movement, visibility, and community to support causes that matter. “Ride for Her” builds on that foundation, shifting the focus towards women’s empowerment.Organised to mark International Women’s Day, the initiative brought together communities across three cities in a shared moment of visibility. Nearly 100 participants, including DFCC Aloka customers, employees, and members of the wider cycling community, took part. However, the significance of the ride extended beyond participation numbers.This edition placed women at the centre - not only as participants, but as organisers, leaders, and voices. The energy of the ride reflected that shift. It was not about inclusion as an afterthought, but about ownership. A few male participants joined in a supportive role, reinforcing the idea that empowerment is strengthened through collective participation.The symbolism of the ride was both simple and meaningful. To ride publicly and confidently across three of Sri Lanka’s key cities is to claim space, to be visible, and to move forward on one’s own terms. In this context, “Ride for Life” takes on a deeper meaning. Life is not only about wellbeing in the conventional sense, but about the life that is created when women are given opportunity, visibility, and support to grow. It is about recognising existing potential and creating the conditions for it to progress.Through DFCC Aloka, its dedicated proposition for women, DFCC Bank has been advancing this approach by focusing not only on financial access, but also on enabling confidence, participation, and long-term progress. “Ride for Her” reflects this thinking in action - translating intent into a visible and shared experience.The initiative also carried a strong message around wellbeing. It encouraged women and young girls to embrace active lifestyles, to engage more confidently in public spaces, and to see themselves as part of a wider, supportive community. More...
NDB Bank's scheme empowers women entrepreneurs to reach global markets
Business Above: At the launch of this initiative. NDB Bank, together with News 1st, has unveiled the next phase of the Sri Lanka Vanithabhimana initiative, a long-term sustainability model aimed at nurturing and advancing women entrepreneurs. Building on the success of the Sri Lanka Vanithabhimana Awards, this new chapter is designed not only to celebrate women’s achievements but also to catalyse meaningful economic transformation through structured support and upskilling, the bank said in a media release. "As part of our sustainable efforts through Vanithabhimana, we are proud to launch this programme that will equip women entrepreneurs with critical skills for business growth," said NDB Bank CEO Kelum Edirisinghe, during the ceremony. "With over 140 women entrepreneurs already registered since opening applications, this initiative demonstrates the strong demand for structured entrepreneurial development in Sri Lanka." This sustainable model has been carefully developed with a five-year vision, aligning with the nation’s critical priorities such as job creation, foreign exchange earnings, and enabling women to scale their businesses to international standards. As the inaugural phase of this programme, NDB Bank will launch the Women's Entrepreneurship Support Course (Vanitha Vyawasayakathva Athwela), a three-month programme meticulously designed to provide practical knowledge and real-world insights to aspiring and existing women entrepreneurs. This course will be conducted free of charge and will cover a range of key areas, including Business Administration, Human Resource Management, Accounting, Sales, and Marketing, delivered by experienced professionals and industry experts. Through this initiative, participants will not only gain vital business acumen but also access a supportive ecosystem that encourages resilience, innovation, and growth. The course will be available to any enthusiastic women entrepreneurs eager to elevate their business. The Vanithabhimana up-skilling programme cements NDB’s role not just as a banking partner but as a nation-building institution devoted to creating lasting, positive impact through empowerment and inclusion. For more details visit https://www.ndbbank.com/banking-on-women/vanithabhimana or contact Thishani at 0765699251. Comments Still No Comments Posted.
First Capital drives women's financial empowerment with #FinPowerHer
First Capital Holdings PLC is celebrating International Women's Day 2026 with #FinPowerHer, a hands-on financial learning initiative empowering women to start investing, gain financial confidence, and achieve long-term independence.
DFCC Bank Champions Women's Empowerment through "Ride for Life: Ride ...
DFCC Bank brought together communities across Colombo, Kandy, and Galle through its "Ride for Life - Ride for Her" initiative, marking International Women's Day with a cycling event focused on women's empowerment, wellbeing, and visibility, while reinforcing its commitment to supporting women through its DFCC Aloka platform.
