The staff of the Commission has the opportunity to enjoy special traditional cuisine of Muslims such as biriyani and watallappam. The event was held on 26.08.2013 with the initiative of Muslim staff members. Christmas Celebration Christians/ Catholics celebrate Christmas to mark the birth of Jesus Christ. The birth of baby Jesus, which is a symbol of peace, is celebrated throughout the world. Christmas celebrations were held on 20.12.2013 at the Commission premises. The Commission celebrated it by serving wine and Christmas cakes to the members of the staff and organizing a lecture by the Director of the Catholic Seminary to deliver the message of Christmas. In addition, an executive member of youth of united Sri Lanka also delivered a lecture. The event looked quite grand with decorations including the Christmas tree, prepared jointly by all members of the staff. Another special item was the arrival of Santa. Children of the members of the staff also joined the event. This was the last event of the year held to uphold religious harmony. 6.3.6 Wall News Paper A special section in the notice board to exhibits the Cartoons, paintings done by the staff as well as poems and lyrics written by there. In the year 2013, staff members of regional officers also sent their creative work which was published on the Board. This brings interaction among the staff members. 6.4 HRCSL  Employee’s  Union  and  Welfare  Activities The  employee’s  union  and the welfare association of the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka have been active throughout the year 2013. The above unions have worked independently and with the corporation of the Commission for the benefit of the staff. 98