

Implement a Voting System for Overseas Sri Lankans


Implement a Voting System for Overseas Sri Lankans
The Issue
There are approximately 3 million Sri Lankans living overseas (Migration and Development Brief, World Bank), which is about 14% of the total population of Sri Lanka and 1/3 of eligible voters. This sizable group should not be left voiceless simply because they reside outside their homeland.
50 countries around the world have implemented voting systems for their citizens living abroad.i.e. India, Pakistan, Phillippines, Australia, UK, USA etc.. It's time for Sri Lanka to follow suit and ensure that all its citizens can participate in shaping its future, regardless of where they live.
We urge the Government of Sri Lanka to implement a secure and accessible voting system for overseas citizens at the earliest possible opportunity. Please sign this petition if you believe in equal voting rights for all Sri Lankan citizens.

The Issue
There are approximately 3 million Sri Lankans living overseas (Migration and Development Brief, World Bank), which is about 14% of the total population of Sri Lanka and 1/3 of eligible voters. This sizable group should not be left voiceless simply because they reside outside their homeland.
50 countries around the world have implemented voting systems for their citizens living abroad.i.e. India, Pakistan, Phillippines, Australia, UK, USA etc.. It's time for Sri Lanka to follow suit and ensure that all its citizens can participate in shaping its future, regardless of where they live.
We urge the Government of Sri Lanka to implement a secure and accessible voting system for overseas citizens at the earliest possible opportunity. Please sign this petition if you believe in equal voting rights for all Sri Lankan citizens.

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Petition created on 1 March 2024