Three Vanni Hope-Sponsored Law Students Graduate and Take the Next Step Towards Their Legal Careers

At Vanni Hope, we believe that education is one of the most powerful tools to transform lives, families, and communities. Through our Education Support Initiative, and thanks to the generosity of our student sponsorship donors, three remarkable young women, M.S.F. Shifna, Sajeeththa Sivam, and Jayalalitha have successfully completed their Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degrees and taken significant steps towards becoming lawyers.

Their journeys are not just personal victories; they are powerful reminders of what can be achieved when determination meets opportunity.

M.S.F. Shifna – Galagedara, Kandy

Raised in a modest household, Shifna’s path to success has been one of resilience and relentless dedication. Her mother worked tirelessly as a manual labourer and housemaid to support the family. As the eldest of two siblings, Shifna became a role model for her younger sister, who is now pursuing an external degree at the University of Colombo.

With Vanni Hope’s sponsorship, Shifna completed her LLB (Hons) degree with Second-Class Lower Honours from the University of Peradeniya and went on to pass her Attorney finals with a Second Class.

“I am happy to share that I have passed Attorney finals with a Second Class. I am forever grateful for the support you all provided me through undergraduate studies.” – Shifna

Sajeeththa Sivam – Thirumurikandy, Mullaitivu

Growing up in a single-parent household after losing her father during the 2009 civil war, Sajeeththa faced immense challenges. Her mother, a homemaker, and she relied on each other for strength while managing with a limited income.

Thanks to the support of Pushpam and Ganga Gangatharan (Australia) through Vanni Hope, Sajeeththa was able to pursue her studies with confidence and successfully complete her LLB (Hons) degree with Second-Class Lower Division Honours from the Faculty of Law, University of Peradeniya. She officially graduated on 24th July 2025 and continues to follow her dream of becoming a lawyer.

“This achievement would not have been possible without your generous sponsorship and continuous support. I am sincerely grateful for the opportunity you provided, which enabled me to focus on my studies without financial hardship.” – Sajeeththa

Jayalalitha – Pupuressa, Kandy

After losing her father, Jayalalitha’s mother worked as a labourer to support the family. Despite financial and personal hardships, Jayalalitha remained determined to achieve her academic goals. She is one of three siblings, with one brother and one sister.

Through Vanni Hope’s student sponsorship program, she was able to meet her accommodation and educational expenses while studying at the Faculty of Law, University of Colombo. She has now successfully completed her Attorney-at-Law examinations.

“Beyond the financial support, what I valued most was the emotional encouragement and moral strength I received from Vanni Hope. Your belief in my potential gave me the courage to persevere through challenges and remain committed to my goals.” – Jayalalitha

The Vanni Hope Difference

These three success stories are a testament to the power of targeted educational support. At Vanni Hope, we don’t just help students get into university, we stand beside them every step of the way. Our sponsors’ generosity allows us to provide the resources, encouragement, and follow-up support that help our students thrive both academically and personally.

We are proud to have played a part in shaping the future of these young women and look forward to seeing them make a positive impact as they embark on their legal careers.

See Their Thank You Letters Below