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 Welcome to web site of Co-operative Movement in Southern Sri Lanka

Co-operative Department established in 1930.10.01 under the ministry of Agriculture. Mr. W.K.H.Cembell was the first Registrar in Co-operative Department. In 1945.04.01 it was renamed as Department of Co-operative Development.

Our Vision

"To direct Co-operative movement to be a strong partner of the National development fulfilling the economic social and cultural needs of the Southern Province Co-operative membership oriented community"

Our Mission

"To direct the Co-operative movement to be strong partner of the National development fulfilling the economic social and cultural needs of the Southern Province Co-operative membership oriented community"

Co-operative Principles
  • Voluntary and open membership.
  • Democratic member control.
  • Member economic participation.
  • Autonomy and independence.
  • Education training and information.
  • Co-operation among co-operatives.
  • Concern for community.