Thank you so much Nisreen for giving us the opportunity to have a stall at island market from all of us at The Pearl Protectors. much love
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About Our Organisation
The Island Market was born from Nisreen Desanayake’s desire to create a platform that empowered small businesses, especially female entrepreneurs and individuals who are differently abled. During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people lost their jobs, and for countless women, financial independence slipped away. Nisreen envisioned a space where these women could regain their freedom by showcasing their creativity, skills, and products in a supportive environment.
Our Roadmap to Impact
Our Mission
The Island Market empowers startup owners by providing a platform for networking, growth, and customer engagement, fostering sustainable businesses and local economic development.
Our Vision
To create an inclusive marketplace where small businesses, especially those led by underrepresented groups, can thrive and contribute to their communities.
We have worked for you
since 2021
Your Growth, Community Success
The Island Market
As a community
What we Offer
Island Market provides a dynamic platform for small, home-based vendors, especially during times of economic instability and job losses. Many of these vendors lack the resources to open physical stores and face challenges in showcasing their products, particularly female entrepreneurs and individuals with disabilities. We are committed to empowering these vendors by offering networking, partnership opportunities, and increased visibility.
Benefits
We offer our vendors a prime opportunity to showcase your products in a prominent location that draws the elite Colombo crowd. With a lively carnival atmosphere, our events not only create a memorable shopping experience but also provides a platform for brand promotion through extensive media campaigns. Vendors can leverage this exposure to build a loyal customer base and grow your business in a vibrant, high-profile setting.
GIVING BACK TO COMMUNITY
Charitable organizations are offered free spaces at our market to help promote their causes.
Donations to the Lure Foundation for emergency response efforts in Gaza.
Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live in Bookmarksgrove right at the coast
Donations made to the “Light a Future” project by Sarvodaya, supporting educational opportunities for children.
Donations made to local cancer hospitals to assist in patient care and comfort.
We provided Reverse Osmosis water filtration plants to Mannar Hospital and a preschool in Puthukudiyiruppu.
Funding for a roofing project at an elders’ home in Chillaw to ensure a safe living environment.
Distribution of food and clothing to an elders' home in Negombo, ensuring their well-being.
Testimonial
Look what our vendor's say about us!
Maleesha / Pearl Protectors
Nadija / Dessert Bakes And Stuff
Thank you so much Nisreen and team, it was a great day indeed .. I had a lovely experience as a startup. Thank you all vendors for making this event a success
Wasp / Attire Abarna
Hi Thank you so much Nisreen and your team for organizing such an amazing popup market, Me and my friend had a great experience. Thank you so much for giving us the opportunity love wasp