Our WE 3.0 participants are provided with a fully equipped co-working space, mentoring and training opportunities to support them in growing their business ideas
The WE Initiative is designed to increase women’s participation in business development in Sri Lanka. WE 3.0 aims to:
- Provide women with a safe and supportive place to grow their businesses.
- Increase women’s skills, knowledge and confidence in business development.
- Strengthen network opportunities for women entrepreneurs.
For many women in Sri Lanka, family and household commitments make starting a business challenging. SYF provides a safe and supervised space for children to attend work with their mothers if required.
If you are interested in taking part in the programme in the future please email: [email protected] for more information.
Meet the WE 3.0 Participants
Amani Mustaqdeen
Founder, Alchemy by Amani
Founder, Alchemy by Amani
Alchemy by Amani is a transformative coaching business dedicated to helping women manage difficult emotions and find deeper alignment through a holistic, body-centric approach. By strengthening intuition, deepening their connection with God, and fostering emotional healing, it empowers clients to manifest their dream lives and achieve lasting personal fulfilment. With a vision to positively impact 100 million people worldwide, Alchemy by Amani promotes well-being, spiritual growth, and a path to inner peace and purposeful living.
Anitha Shiv
Founder, Shishu Baby Care
Founder, Shishu Baby Care
Shishu Baby Care is a science backed skincare brand for babies, children, and mothers. Curated by mothers and formulated by scientists, Shishu promises to indulge babies’ skin with natural and organic ingredients while keeping uglies such as phthalates, sulphates, and parabens at bay.
The brand is committed to being minimalist, easily accessible, sustainable, and economical while only bringing the best to our little loved ones.
The brand is committed to being minimalist, easily accessible, sustainable, and economical while only bringing the best to our little loved ones.
Fatima Kalva
Founder, MNTL Sri Lanka
Founder, MNTL Sri Lanka
MNTL offers high-quality and durable, Montessori-aligned magnetic tiles that enhance creativity, problem-solving, and motor skills through endless, screen-free play—fostering independent learning, building connections, and providing stress-free moments for parents and engaging innovation for schools.
Hafsa Mazahim
Founder, Creative Director, Heirloom Ceylon
Founder, Creative Director, Heirloom Ceylon
Heirloom Ceylon is a woman-led brand dedicated to creating personalized, handcrafted jewellery that merges tradition with modern design. They repurpose sentimental heirlooms and create custom designs that tell meaningful stories.
Every piece is meticulously crafted in Sri Lanka, using locally sourced gemstones and materials. Committed to quality, craftsmanship, and community empowerment, Heirloom Ceylon creates jewellery designed to be timeless, telling stories that can be passed down through generations.
Every piece is meticulously crafted in Sri Lanka, using locally sourced gemstones and materials. Committed to quality, craftsmanship, and community empowerment, Heirloom Ceylon creates jewellery designed to be timeless, telling stories that can be passed down through generations.
Maria Silva
Founder, Director, The Vow
Founder, Director, The Vow
The Vow, founded by Maria Silva in 2021, is a boutique wedding planning service that specializes in dreamy, destination weddings. With Maria’s expertise in corporate event planning, The Vow offers a personal touch to every celebration, customizing it to match your unique style and traditions.
Whether you are envisioning a lavish affair or something intimate, The Vow works with top vendors to create unforgettable moments, all while staying on-trend and offering great value for your budget. They always ensure high quality, comfy, simple and affordable baby products in their catalogue which all moms love to purchase.
Whether you are envisioning a lavish affair or something intimate, The Vow works with top vendors to create unforgettable moments, all while staying on-trend and offering great value for your budget. They always ensure high quality, comfy, simple and affordable baby products in their catalogue which all moms love to purchase.
Melani Saparamdu & Surini Silva
Founder, Tropical Ceylon
Founder, Tropical Ceylon
Tropical Ceylon Pvt Ltd is a premier travel agency specializing in unforgettable experiences in Sri Lanka. Focusing on inbound tourism, Tropical Ceylon curate customized travel packages that showcase the island's stunning landscapes, rich culture, vibrant wildlife, and flavours.
Their dedicated team is committed to providing exceptional service, ensuring every traveller enjoys a seamless and memorable journey. Whether it is adventure, relaxation, or cultural exploration, Tropical Ceylon Pvt Ltd is your gateway to discovering the beauty of Sri Lanka.
Their dedicated team is committed to providing exceptional service, ensuring every traveller enjoys a seamless and memorable journey. Whether it is adventure, relaxation, or cultural exploration, Tropical Ceylon Pvt Ltd is your gateway to discovering the beauty of Sri Lanka.
Naflaa Fahim
Co-founder, We Architects Collaborative
Co-founder, We Architects Collaborative
We Architects Collaborative is a dynamic collective of young, yet seasoned architects committed to delivering innovative design solutions across diverse project scales. Their expertise lies in blending creativity with sustainability, ensuring that every project is both aesthetically stunning and environmentally responsible.
We Architects prioritize collaboration, allowing them to tailor their approach to meet each client's unique vision while experimenting with cutting-edge techniques and materials. Their dedication to quality and attention to detail guarantees exceptional results that not only enhance the built environment but also tread lightly on our planet.
We Architects prioritize collaboration, allowing them to tailor their approach to meet each client's unique vision while experimenting with cutting-edge techniques and materials. Their dedication to quality and attention to detail guarantees exceptional results that not only enhance the built environment but also tread lightly on our planet.
Nimasha Samarasekara
Founder, Sandbox Education
Founder, Sandbox Education
Sandbox Education is designed to be a ‘playground for teachers’; a dynamic space where teachers can experiment, brainstorm, and collaborate with fellow educators. It offers high-quality training across various topics, providing fresh perspectives on teaching. Alongside specialized training, Sandbox provides ongoing support through personalized attention and one-on-one sessions, ensuring teachers receive tailored guidance throughout their professional journey.
With a focus on practical solutions to classroom challenges, Sandbox offers flexible, customized training to suit individual teaching styles, schedules, and budgets.
With a focus on practical solutions to classroom challenges, Sandbox offers flexible, customized training to suit individual teaching styles, schedules, and budgets.
Sajidah Samsudeen
Founder, Bakertells
Founder, Bakertells
Bakertells specializes in crafting sentimental / nostalgic cakes and desserts that reflect your unique story. Committed to quality, Bakertells uses local fruits and produce to create flavours that evoke cherished memories.
Whether for a birthday, wedding, or family gathering, they will help you relive special moments with loved ones—taking you on a journey down memory lane. You share your stories, and Bakertells creates the perfect dessert to indulge in those sentiments.
Whether for a birthday, wedding, or family gathering, they will help you relive special moments with loved ones—taking you on a journey down memory lane. You share your stories, and Bakertells creates the perfect dessert to indulge in those sentiments.