Meet Chama

I'm Chama, and I'm really glad to have the chance to share my story with you. I'm 18, and right now, I'm fully immersed in the DCI Dental Surgery Assistant Program. Life in Colombo is where I'm from. I lived with my amazing parents, along with one sister and four brothers. My dad

Meet Ann Amaratunga

Hi, I'm Ann, a Dental Hygienist with a passion for empowering the next generation of dental professionals, and today, I'm excited to share my story with you. My introduction to DCI came about unexpectedly through a friend, Suranjani. Suranjani saw an opportunity and connected me with DCI, and little did I know, that

Meet Wasu

I'm Wasu, an 18-year-old joining the DCI Dental Surgery Assistant Program from a local Sri Lankan children's home. My childhood was rocky, to say the least. My mother's attempt at abortion and her disdain toward me made life challenging from the start. But amidst the turmoil, my father's love was my anchor until

Meet Dilukshiya

I’m Dilukshiya, a 19-year-old from the picturesque Henfold Tea Estate in Nuwara Eliya. I’m currently enrolled in the DCI Dental Surgery Assistant Program, and let me tell you, it’s been quite a journey getting here. Growing up in Nuwara Eliya with my parents, older brother, and younger sister has been both comforting and

Meet Suranjani

I'm Suranjani, and I'm excited to share my journey with you – a journey filled with passion, dedication, and a deep commitment to empowering marginalized communities in Sri Lanka through the transformative power of education and healthcare. It all began in 2009, during a visit to Las Vegas, USA. I had the privilege

Happy 2024

Thanks to your support, we've impacted the lives of over 120 young women through our Dental Surgery Assistant (DSA) program! Serah, a pioneer from our first batch, now has over a decade of experience as a dental assistant, overcoming various challenges. Your contributions have enabled us to break the cycle of poverty and

2022 Letter from our Founder

Dear Family, Friends, and Community, An extraordinary 2022! Let the results speak for themselves! We completed our 11th annual and final Give Kids A Smile program in Las Vegas. Over the years, $500,000 in donated dental services were delivered to 100’s uninsured youngsters, by 100’s volunteers. Repeat volunteers and repeat patients met year after