Recruitment platform XpressJobs served as the Official Recruitment Partner for Run for Hope Colombo 2026, a community fundraising event organized by the Voice Foundation to support the economic independence of single mothers across Sri Lanka.
Over 1,200 participants gathered at Viharamahadevi Park in Colombo for Run for Hope Colombo 2026, a fundraising initiative aimed at creating sustainable income opportunities for single mothers. The event, powered by title sponsor Nestomalt and organized by the Voice Foundation, attracted families, fitness enthusiasts, corporate teams and runners from diverse backgrounds who came together to support the social cause.
XpressJobs, Sri Lanka's leading recruitment technology platform, contributed to the event as the Official Recruitment Partner. The company sponsored prizes for the 2-kilometre race category and provided race entry tickets for 15 children from Mahiyanganaya to participate in the event. Representatives from XpressJobs, including Joe Peter (Head of Sales) and Ilakyia (Manager – HR & Operations), participated in the prize-giving ceremony.
Oshadie Korale, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of XpressJobs, emphasized the company's commitment to women's empowerment through employment opportunities. "Employment has the power to transform lives," Korale stated, noting that the company, being women-led, prioritizes supporting women and creating pathways for sustainable livelihoods. The event brought together multiple organizations united behind the shared objective of improving conditions for single mothers across the country.
The partnership included contributions from numerous sponsors and service providers, including Nawaloka Colombo (Medical Partner), Emerging Media (Digital Media Partner), PickMe Events (Ticketing Partner), and various others supporting fitness, recovery, catering and community engagement aspects of the event. XpressJobs expressed gratitude to all participants, volunteers and sponsors whose involvement contributed to the event's success.
