This document discusses strategies for rural enterprise development in Northern Sri Lanka. It begins by emphasizing the importance of local beneficiary participation in development projects. The objective is to propose an innovative and sustainable strategy to achieve impact through enterprise development and livelihood projects. Due to decades of war, the North has poorer income, livelihoods and infrastructure. Rural enterprises can generate employment and income, so establishing sustainable enterprises is seen as a way to develop the rural economy. A holistic approach is recommended that considers stakeholders, enables local participation, and addresses vulnerabilities through sustainable livelihood opportunities.