Hello Amma’s Return-to-Work Workshop
View(s):Hello Amma, a pioneering social-impact initiative, has launched Sri Lanka’s first Return-to-Work Workshop to support mothers re-entering the workforce after career breaks. Held on September 30 at WSPACE Colombo, the event marked a milestone in advancing gender equality, workplace inclusivity, and sustainable growth in line with SDG 5 (Gender Equality) and SDG 8 (Decent Work & Economic Growth).
The workshop addressed the often invisible barriers faced by mothers such as self-doubt, fear of rejection, and loss of professional confidence. It also equipped them with practical skills in CV building, interview preparation, emotional resilience, digital tools, and networking, the organisation said in a media release.
Participants and organisers.
“Behind every statistic of women leaving the workforce, there is a mother with dreams put on hold,” said Gayani Punchihewa, Founder of Hello Amma. “Hello Amma helps mothers restart their careers with dignity and confidence, while giving organisations access to a resilient, talented workforce. When mothers thrive, workplaces become stronger and society as a whole benefits.”
Participants engaged with leading professionals who shared practical strategies for career re-entry: Dhanishka Dharmarathna, Psychologist & HR Professional – building emotional resilience; Himali Dassanayake, COO of CIPM – understanding employer expectations and readiness; Oshadie Koralage, HR Consultant – crafting AI-friendly CVs and LinkedIn profiles; Dulith Herath, Founder of Kapruka – bringing an employer’s perspective on how mothers’ maturity and soft skills strengthen workplaces alongside younger talent’; and Gayani Punchihewa, Founder of Hello Amma – guiding participants on personal branding and confidence-building for career re-entry.
Mothers also received Hello Amma’s Return-to-Work Blueprint, a structured pathway covering professional preparation, resilience-building, digital upskilling, and support systems to ensure they are workplace-ready.
Beyond training, Hello Amma also acts as a bridge between mothers and employers, helping organisations tap into an underutilised talent pool. Employers gain access to women who are technically skilled and bring maturity, resilience, and adaptability shaped by their life experiences.
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