In January, USAID-funded Strengthening Democratic Governance and Accountability project (SDGAP) held a one-day workshop for 50 new staff of the Parliamentarian Secretariat.  Participants learnt about parliamentary procedures and management practices.  The workshop also aimed to create greater understanding and appreciation of the role of parliamentarians in promoting good governance and democratic values. To advance good governance reforms in Sri Lanka, USAID supports the strengthening of country systems and processes under USAID’s SDGAP project.