Our Team.
Meet Our team
Founder and President
Rebecca Abeysinghe
I founded Arva even before there was a team, because I understood the weight of uniquely painful circumstances that women are often forced to endure. Over time, I came to see how the stigma surrounding single mothers often overshadows their true abilities. That is why I chose to stand with them and walk this journey alongside them. My hope is not only to see single mothers empowered, but to see society itself empowered—to stand with them, just as I have.
Head of Adminstration
Manisha Ratnayake
I joined Arva Foundation because of its commitment to supporting single mothers. I am passionate about seeing women rise, especially single mothers, and Arva Foundation empowers them both mentally and financially. I am truly grateful and proud to be part of this team, contributing to this important mission. My hope is to see Arva Foundation continue empowering women across the country, helping them become financially independent and mentally strong.
Head of Counselling
Hansani Perera
As Head of Counselling at Arva Foundation, I believe every mother carries an unseen crown of strength and resilience, though struggles may hide it from view. My calling is to help women rebuild their mental health, rediscover dignity, and rise with courage—knowing they are never broken, only powerful.
Business Consultant
Roshani Fernando
After 35 years of designing growth strategies across Sri Lanka, India, the UAE and APAC, I’m channeling that expertise into a social enterprise my husband and I are building to mentor home-based entrepreneurs.
I was inspired to partner the Arva Foundation, due to synergies of our mission: convert skills into sustainable income—creating livelihoods for financially marginalised individuals