Sri Lanka has been categorized as ‘Doing Okay’ according to the Doing Good Index

By Kelum Bandara

The atmosphere for the operation of the NGOs (non-governmental organizations) has improved in Sri Lanka in 2024 compared to the previous years, a report says.   

According to the Doing Good Index used for the assessment of the social services delivery sector, Sri Lanka has been categorized as ‘Doing Okay’ and its promotion reflects a gradually improving economic situation and the clarification of the regulations by the government.   

The 2022 Index placed Sri Lanka in the ‘Not Doing Enough’ category.   According to Director General of the NGO Secretariat Sanjeewa Wimalagunaratne substantial reforms had been implemented and the reforms necessary to reach ‘Doing Well’ category had been introduced.