How WE Can Help You
Primary Objective
Suicide Prevention & Awareness
Suicide is a complex problem for which there is no single cause or single reason. It results from a complex interaction of biological, genetic, psychological, social, cultural and environmental factors. It has no racial or class distinctions.
Talking Helps
A person who is suicidal feels isolated and alone with his or her problem. At times like this talking about their stressful situation with a non-judgemental, accepting, understanding and caring person can throw a different light on the situation and help diffuse the suicidal impulse.
How we Help
By Listening & Befriending.
People faced with an emotional crisis mostly require informal and confidential emotional support. A friend who has the time to listen , does not advice or criticize, but helps the person to come to terms with the situation and feel confident to cope with it.
The Organization
Sumithrayo, a Government approved charity was founded by the Late Mrs. Joan De Mel in 1974. From its humble beginnings at Deans Road, Colombo 10, on premises loaned by the Ceylon Social Services League, Sumithrayo is now housed at no 60B Horton place, Colombo 07, which was gifted by its beloved founder - Joan de Mel. The organization was incorporated by Act of Parliament No.10 of 1986.
Help Topics
News
Remembering Joan De Mel
The Founder of Sri Lanka Sumithrayo
Joan De Mel, our Inspiration, Mentor and Founder is fondly remembered today, as she passed away 5 yrs ago on the 27th December at the age of 87.
Joan De Mel (1921-2008)
With many years of experience as a Samarita...
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Don’t feel alone, there’s someone you can reach out to [Sunday Times]
In Sri Lanka, on an average, 12 persons die by suicide every single day of the year. And for each person who dies by suicide, at least 10 others fail in their attempt to end their life. Worldwide, suicide is now among...
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Tea and Empathy
In today's fast-paced world coping with the challenges of life has taken on new dimensions. We juggle a multitude of roles in our personal and professional lives and stretch ourselves to meet the demands of both. While we often rise to meet the challenges and crises...
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Sumithrayo with you always!
Join ‘Sumithrayo’ on September 10 , 2013, by lighting a candle in support of World Suicide Prevention Day[Daily Mirror]
The number of people who say that they have been pulled back from the brink of suicide by speaking with Sri La...
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At an average, 12 persons commit suicide in Sri Lanka every day. Sri Lanka Sumithrayo which is a counselling organization says throughout the world, there has been a steady increase in the rate of suicides. If you feel like commiting suicide or if you know anyone as such please feel free to...
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Editorial - Let us open our ears, learn to listen
Saturday, 31 August 2013 09:14 [Daily Mirror]
Despite or possibly because of the marvels of modern technology and the hectic pace of life, suicides in Sri Lanka are about 12 a day with more than 100 attempting to end...
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Light a candle to support World Suicide Prevention Day
August 31, 2013, 5:45 pm [The Island]
The number of people who say that they have been pulled back from the brink of suicide by speaking with Sri Lanka Sumithrayo (SLS) is a stark revelation of the extent of emotional distre...
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News
Sri Lanka Sumithrayo Forty years of listening
When people feel empty, depressed or burnt out - in many instances it is a symptom of an underlying conflict. Usually these symptoms stem from feelings accumulated in the past which are still too painful to be discussed. Sri Lanka Sumithray...
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