Protection of Women's Rights Act
(No. 22 of 2005)
Protection of Women's Rights Act (No. 22 of 2005) is providing legal protection and remedies for women against various forms of discrimination, including sexual harassment, gender-based violence, and workplace discrimination.
Sri Lanka launched its "National Policy on Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment" on International Women's Day 2023. The policy was put forth by the Ministry of Women, Child Affairs, and Social Empowerment Sri Lanka with technical support from UNFPA Sri Lanka and the support of other UN Agencies.
Women And Child Sector
Address:
Ministry of Women, Child Affairs and Social Empowerment,
5th Floor, Sethsiripaya Stage II,
Battaramulla, Sri Lanka.
Phone:
+94 11 2186055