Incorporated Association in NSW — Affiliated to SLS Trust, Sri Lanka
Sustainable future for needy single mothers, families and children affected by war, natural disasters and financial crisis
We work alongside communities across Sri Lanka, delivering livelihood training, educational access, emergency relief and cultural programs that create self-sufficiency, not dependence.
An incorporated association dedicated to Sri Lankan communities
Sustainable NE Inc. is a NSW-incorporated association affiliated to SLS Trust, Sri Lanka. Working to uplift vulnerable families and build brighter, more self-sufficient futures across Sri Lanka. Based in Sydney with trusted partners on the ground, we focus on programs that foster independence rather than reliance on ongoing aid.
We believe that long-term transformation comes from investing in people: equipping them with skills, resources and opportunities that outlast any single project. From vocational training and student sponsorships to disaster response and Tamil language preservation, every initiative is designed to leave communities stronger than we found them.
NSW Incorporated Association · INC1701500
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Transparency
Full accountability on every dollar. We report openly so donors know exactly where their contributions go.
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Sustainability
Programs built to outlast our involvement, giving communities the tools to sustain their own progress.
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Dignity
We work alongside people, not above them. Every family is treated with respect, agency and care.
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Grassroots Focus
Local partnerships ensure aid reaches those who need it most, without bureaucratic overhead.
Our Purpose
Aims and Objectives
Tamil Language & Culture
Promoting the maintenance of Tamil language and culture in Australia and internationally, ensuring heritage and identity are preserved for future generations.
Agricultural & Organic Farming
Providing grants and know-how to improve agricultural practices in Sri Lanka, with a goal towards organic farming that creates a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of the people.
Livelihood & Economic Empowerment
Sustainable livelihood and economic empowerment programs for people — particularly women and the disabled — resettling after the end of the war in Sri Lanka.
Collaboration & Partnerships
Working with other organisations having similar objectives to broaden our reach, share resources and multiply our collective impact across communities.
What We Do
Four pillars that drive real change
Each program is designed around a specific need, backed by local partnerships and measured by outcomes that matter to the communities we serve.
Livelihood support
Livelihood support
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Pillar One
Livelihood Support
Helping families build stable incomes through vocational training, small business grants, sewing programs and agricultural support. Self-sufficiency is the goal; every project is designed to remove the need for ongoing aid.
Small Business GrantsVocational TrainingTailoring Programs
Backpacks and learning materials ready for distribution
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Pillar Two
Educational Support
Every child deserves the chance to learn, regardless of background. We fund student sponsorships, supply school resources, improve infrastructure and run coaching classes in underserved regions.
When floods, cyclones or crises strike, we respond with food, shelter, medical supplies and rapid infrastructure repairs. Our local network means aid reaches affected families within days, not weeks.
Tamil Online Worldwide — live online lessons with Bharathi Academy
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Pillar Four
Tamil Online Worldwide
In partnership with Bharathi Academy, we promote Tamil language and culture through online education. Students across the globe can access expert-led lessons, from kindergarten to advanced levels, keeping language and heritage alive for future generations.
Online Tamil LessonsCultural PreservationGlobal Access
Every dollar goes directly towards programs that help families become self-sufficient. Here are some of the ways your donation makes a difference.
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Sponsor a Student
Cover the cost of books, uniforms, tuition and school supplies for a child who would otherwise miss out on education.
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Livelihood Grant
Provide sewing machines, tools or start-up capital so a family can build a sustainable income.
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Emergency Relief
Deliver food, shelter and medical supplies to communities hit by floods, cyclones and other crises.
Make a Donation
Select an amount or enter your own. We will thank you personally.
INC1701500 · ABN 38 671 508 232 · NSW Incorporated Association
Thank you for your support
To complete your donation, please transfer to the account below. We'll acknowledge every gift personally once it arrives.
Account nameSustainable NE Incorporated
BSB032-114
Account number472686
BankWestpac
Please use your name as the transfer reference — we'll match your gift and be in touch personally at info@sustainablene.org.
Common Questions
Frequently asked questions
Sustainable NE Inc., affiliated to SLS Trust Sri Lanka, empowers communities across Sri Lanka through four core programs: Livelihood Support (vocational training, small business development), Educational Support (student sponsorships, school resources), Emergency Relief (disaster response, food and shelter), and Tamil Online Worldwide (Tamil language education in partnership with Bharathi Academy).
Yes. Sustainable NE Inc. is registered as an incorporated association in NSW (INC1701500), affiliated to SLS Trust, Sri Lanka, and operates with full transparency and accountability.
You can donate through our website using secure online payment. Contributions can be directed towards livelihood grants, student sponsorships or emergency relief. You can also reach us at info@sustainablene.org or +61 408 903 589.
Tamil Online Worldwide is a language education initiative run with Bharathi Academy. It offers online Tamil lessons to students around the world, from kindergarten through advanced levels, preserving language and culture while making quality education accessible globally.
We operate across multiple districts in Sri Lanka, primarily in the Northern and Eastern provinces. Our programs reach communities affected by decades of conflict, poverty and natural disasters, with a particular focus on the Jaffna region and surrounding areas.
Get in Touch
We would love to hear from you
Whether you want to volunteer, start a partnership or learn more about our programs, drop us a line. We aim to respond within 48 hours.