Open to individuals who are directly engaged in rural livelihoods, small enterprises, agriculture, tourism, or community-based development. Ordinary members can participate in general meetings, capacity-building workshops, and exposure visits organized by ERRDF.
Open to registered organizations, cooperatives, tourism associations, and small enterprises aligned with ERRDF’s objectives. Institutional members may collaborate in Foundation projects related to agriculture, community tourism, or social enterprise development, and can nominate representatives to participate in ERRDF advisory committees.
Open to professionals, academics, consultants, and well-wishers who wish to contribute expertise or voluntary service. Associate members receive invitations to ERRDF training, workshops, and development dialogues, and may provide mentoring or technical support to rural entrepreneurs and tourism operators.
This category is designed for community-based tourism operators, homestay owners, eco-tourism developers, and local tour coordinators who wish to work under ERRDF’s Rural Tourism & Eco-Development program.
• Receive guidance on sustainable tourism management, branding, and digital marketing.
• Participate in exposure tours and destination development projects.
• Obtain the ERRDF Certified Tourism Partner badge for recognition and marketing.
Obtain the official Membership Application Form (available at ERRDF office or online).
Submit with: National ID / Business Registration, relevant project or organization details, and membership contribution as per category.
Applications are reviewed by the Membership Committee and approved by the Board.
Successful applicants receive a Membership Certificate and digital member ID.
“When you become a member of ERRDF, you are not just joining an organization — you are helping transform lives, landscapes, and livelihoods across rural Sri Lanka."