Nūl

Nūl is a Sri Lankan-based collective dedicated to fostering connected, resilient, and sustainable communities. The name “Nūl” (Tamil: நூல் / Sinhala: නූල්) means “thread,” reflecting the organization’s commitment to weaving relationships, ideas, and opportunities that empower communities. Through collaboration, dialogue, and community-led initiatives, Nūl works to address historical inequalities and systemic disparities, creating environments where all people can thrive and contribute to a harmonious, inclusive society.

Nūl’s mission is to build connected and sustainable communities by generating educational, economic, and social opportunities. By prioritizing inclusive collaboration and long-term transformation, the organization supports marginalized communities to strengthen their foundations and create vibrant, thriving futures. Nūl values equity, education, social justice, and cultural inclusion, aiming to break cycles of inequality while fostering sustainable development rooted in local leadership and shared humanity.

Nūl’s initiatives center around creating lasting social impact through community engagement, education, and sustainable development. A flagship program is the Nūl Peace Ride, a 22-day, 1,000 km cycling journey across Sri Lanka, combining 12 days of cycling with 10 days of community engagement. Participants collaborate with diverse communities, building intercultural dialogue, supporting local leadership, and promoting equity. Other programs focus on establishing international volunteer networks to raise awareness, fundraise, recruit participants, and create global partnerships that amplify Nūl’s mission.

Nūl welcomes volunteers to contribute either as Peace Ride Changemakers or as part of the International Network Volunteers. Your efforts directly support building connected, sustainable, and empowered communities across Sri Lanka.

Peace Ride Changemakers
Role: Participate in the Nūl Peace Ride 2026, cycling 1,000 km across Sri Lanka over 12 days and engaging directly with communities for an additional 10 days.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Advocate for social justice and intercultural dialogue, giving voice to underrepresented communities.
2. Strengthen local leadership and skills through hands-on engagement.
3. Co-design solutions with communities that reflect their needs and cultural strengths.
4. Contribute to long-term initiatives focused on education, equity, and economic opportunity.
5. Support fundraising to achieve a collective goal of AUD $150,000 for pilot projects and a community hub.

Pre-Ride Commitments:
1. Participate in guided training sessions or follow a self-directed plan to build endurance and cycling skills.
2. Attend induction and orientation sessions to understand goals, safety protocols, and cultural context.
3. Engage in workshops on community development, cultural awareness, and project planning.
4. Actively support fundraising campaigns and initiatives.

Working Style: Collaborative, proactive, and adaptable; comfortable cycling long distances, engaging with diverse communities, and contributing to planning and fundraising activities.

International Network Volunteers
Role: Establish and grow a network of 3–5 young people (Sri Lankan and non-Sri Lankan) in France, Germany, the UK, Norway, Switzerland, Canada, and Malaysia.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Promote awareness of Nūl and the Peace Ride in local communities.
2. Support partnerships with individuals, organizations, and institutions.
3. Recruit riders and volunteers to join the annual Peace Ride.
4. Raise funds to support Nūl’s mission of creating sustainable and equitable communities.

Working Style: Collaborative, proactive, and globally connected; follow a clear recruitment, onboarding, and engagement plan while building bridges between communities abroad and Nūl’s work in Sri Lanka.

Impact: Volunteers contribute to SDG 1, 4, 5, 10, 13, and 17 by fostering education, equity, sustainable communities, partnerships, and inclusive social development.

Nūl Peace Ride 2026: A 22-day, 1,000 km cycling journey across Sri Lanka combining endurance cycling with community engagement. Participants collaborate with Tamil, Sinhala, Malayaga Tamil, Muslim, Christian, Vedda, and other communities, advocating for social justice, co-designing solutions, and supporting local development projects.
International Network Volunteers: Establish and grow small networks of young changemakers in France, Germany, the UK, Norway, Switzerland, Canada, and Malaysia. Volunteers raise awareness of Nūl’s mission, recruit participants, support partnerships, and fundraise to strengthen Nūl’s programs in Sri Lanka.

SDG Alignment: SDG 1: No Poverty, SDG 4: Quality Education, SDG 5: Gender Equality, SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities, SDG 13: Climate Action, SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals