Chitra and Lalith have been in the tourism and events industry for over 25 years and run a number of initiatives from their home which has been in the family for generations. They use their networks and experience to help local people gain employment and training within the travel and hospitality industry as well as supporting a number of charities working with families and children.

Kanchana grew up in Sri Lanka before leaving for the UK aged 13. Her inspiration is her grandmother, now 104 who raised her to live a life with purpose and help others. Having visit Sri Lanka together, Brian fell in love with the country and its’ people. They founded The Manel Project in order to reach and support even more families in Sri Lanka.

Ranjani is an incredibly experienced nurse having spent much of her career in Sri Lanka’s Lady Ridgeway Paediatric Hospital as well as in Oman. She has held a number of senior roles in nursing and is incredibly passionate about helping those in need  - particularly the elderly from poorer disadvantaged communities in Sri Lanka.