Social activism is one such avenue of social welfare that widley contributes to the umbrella of social welfare. Merriam-Webster defines social activism as “a doctrine or practice that emphasises direct vigorous action, especially in support of or opposition to one side of a controversial issue”. Amidst Herculean tasks: Underestimated, underappreciatedSri Lanka has been internationally recognised as a volunteering hotspot with regard to social welfare. This, paired with people’s general interest in social welfare, is now an attractive breeding ground for fraud and misconduct by those with ulterior motives that are beyond social support. Not only do we have to engage in a livelihood ourselves amidst all the social welfare work, but the neverending nature of Sri Lanka’s social problems puts more strain on ground-level activists,” he said.

Source: The Nation February 06, 2021 21:56 UTC