UNFPA Sri Lanka inaugurates ‘One Stop Centre’ in Kilinochchi

Today (Feb. 28) marked the opening of the One Stop Center at Kilinochchi’s District General Hospital by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Sri Lanka.

The One Stop Centre in Sri Lanka is a revolutionary service model that provides comprehensive Sexual and Reproductive Health, GBV survivors’ support, and Family Planning Services under one roof.

The OSC in Kilinochchi offers crucial psychosocial, medical, and legal assistance to survivors of GBV.

The transformative approach is a joint effort between UNFPA Sri Lanka, the Ministry of Health, and World Vision Sri Lanka, with generous Norwegian support.

The inauguration ceremony was attended by prominent guests including UNFPA Regional Director Pio Smith, UNFPA Sri Lanka Representative Kunle Adeniyi, Norwegian Embassy representatives, and local health authorities.

“The holistic nature of the One-Stop Centre acknowledges the intersectionality of the challenges marginalized women and girls face. By consolidating essential services, we aim to create a supportive environment where women can seamlessly access a range of vital resources,” said Pio Smith, UNFPA Regional Director of Asia and the Pacific.

UNFPA’s One Stop Centre in Kilinochchi is a significant milestone in integrating SRH and GBV services within regional healthcare facilities, addressing diverse needs of women and girls.