GLOCAL 2022 is a unique event conceptualised by Hon. Manusha Nanayakkara, Minister of Labour and Foreign Employment brings together all departments under the Ministry of Labour & Foreign Employment and the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment in partnership with key stakeholders in the private sector including local and foreign employment agencies and support service providers with the goal of enhancing the opportunities for the Sri Lankan labour market both here and abroad.

The event will take place on October 15th and 16th October 2022 at Samanala Grounds, Galle for the benefit of residents in the entire Galle District.

This pilot project aims to expand the understanding of citizens on the legal and safe practices for engaging in both local and foreign employment; their rights as employees, creating awareness regarding Department of Labour (DOL) & Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) processes and services, and other government agencies directly related to the development and support of the labour force and employers.