You may have recently seen images on the news of thousands of Sri Lankans storming the residence of their now former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, as widespread protests against the country's economic crisis continues.

But what has led to this situation spiralling out of control seemingly all of a sudden, and what happens now the long-ruling Rajapaksa family have fled the country?

The Quicky speaks to an advocate for Sri Lankan peace building and two Australian - Sri Lankans who still have family and connections there to find out how this crisis evolved, and what can be done to bring stability back to the nation.

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CREDITS 

Host: Claire Murphy

With thanks to:

Neshan - I.T. professional with staff working in Sri Lanka who regularly goes back to check on his business and to see his elderly parents

Anouke - Accredited Mental Health Social Worker in Sydney, who grew up in Sri Lanka before moving to Australia after she got married at the age of 29. Her parents and sister still live in Sri Lanka as well as her extended family and close friends

Jehan Perera - Executive Director at National Peace Council of Sri Lanka, an educational and advocacy organisation that focuses on peacebuilding and transitional justice

Producer: Claire Murphy

Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane

Audio Producer: Thom Lion

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