The Dirisawiya project was commenced at Association for Rehabiliation of the disabled (AROD) on 15th july 2014 and was completed on 15th january 2015.there were 40 applicants ,20 disabled were selected for the training by an interview board consisting of members of the executive commitee of AROD.
The project involved training in sewing and handicrafts. 20 trainees underwent training. the trainees initially underwent a one week exposure to sewing and other handicrafts such as greeting card making , weaving of chairs , book binding , Garland making, cake making & icing and handicrafts.
The most suitable trainee was identified and the disabled were allocated to the particular skill development. some disabled were capable of learning more than one skill .