Rise Fellow 2022

Risanga is an activist from Sri Lanka. He is passionate about reducing inequalities and creating more inclusive communities in Sri Lanka. For his Rise project#k-pables, he created a simple but extensive program to increase awareness about disability with practical activities, engagement, and observation within the community. He was a Rise Finalist in 2021 and  founded the Jessy Foundation with the aim of helping disabled youth and underprivileged students inSri Lanka. His future goal is to reduce unemployment among disabled youth by creating a platform for Batik products created by them.