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✅Rāva Pratibhā 2025 Book Launch Held at University of Kelaniya✅=====================================The launch of Rāva P...
19/08/2026

✅Rāva Pratibhā 2025 Book Launch Held at University of Kelaniya✅
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The launch of Rāva Pratibhā 2025, a book compiled by the Arts Council of the University of Kelaniya, was held on August 14, 2026, at the Auditorium of the Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya. The event was organized by the Arts Council under the guidance of Professor Uda Hettige, Chairman of the Arts Council.
The event was held under the patronage of Senior Professor Nilanthi de Silva, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Kelaniya. Senior Professor Patrick Ratnayake, Dean of the Faculty of Humanities, and Professor Chaminda Abeysinghe, Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences, were also present. Heads of Departments of the University; members of the Editorial Board, comprising Senior Lecturers; academic staff members; and students of the University also attended the event.
The book Rāva Pratibhā 2025 has been compiled with the aim of identifying and nurturing the artistic talents of university undergraduates and providing them with a platform to showcase their creative works to a wider audience.
The approximately 325-page publication features 131 creative works, including poetry and prose, selected by an expert panel from submissions received from undergraduates representing all faculties of the University.
On this occasion, retired Professor Darshana Rathnayake delivered a special guest lecture on the theme ‘Creation, Appreciation, and Criticism.’
The publication of Rāva Pratibhā 2025 marks another significant initiative by the Arts Council to promote and showcase the creative potential of the University’s student community.
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✅Felicitation Ceremony for Vice-Chancellor Senior Professor Nilanthi de Silva✅A special felicitation ceremony in honour ...
19/08/2026

✅Felicitation Ceremony for Vice-Chancellor Senior Professor Nilanthi de Silva✅

A special felicitation ceremony in honour of Senior Professor Nilanthi de Silva, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Kelaniya, was held on 18 August 2026 at the Vice-Chancellor’s office, University of Kelaniya,

The ceremony was organized to express the sincere gratitude and appreciation of the University of Kelaniya Alumni Association for Senior Professor Nilanthi de Silva’s dedicated service, commitment, and leadership as Vice-Chancellor, as well as her continued contribution as a distinguished alumna of the University.
The occasion was graced by Mr L. E. Susantha de Silva, President of the University of Kelaniya Alumni Association; Dr Chamila Siriwardene, Secretary; Dr S. C. Thushara, Treasurer; Mr Raja Premadasa, Former President; Senior Professor Ven. Mawalawe Chandrarathana Thero, Former Secretary; and Professor W. V. A. D. Karunarathna, Former Treasurer, together with the Executive Committee members representing the wider Alumni Association membership and distinguished alumni of the University.

During the ceremony, the Alumni Association conveyed its heartfelt appreciation to Senior Professor Nilanthi de Silva for her unwavering commitment to the advancement of the University of Kelaniya and for the valuable leadership she has provided in her capacity as Vice-Chancellor. Her continued connection with and contribution to the University community as an alumna were also gratefully acknowledged.

The felicitation served as a meaningful occasion to recognize and celebrate her dedicated service, leadership, and enduring commitment to the University of Kelaniya. The Alumni Association extended its best wishes to Senior Professor Nilanthi de Silva for her continued success and distinguished service to the University and the wider academic community.

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✅Spectrum 2026: Department of Modern Languages Charts a Path 'From Words to Worlds' with Alumni at the Helm✅============...
18/08/2026

✅Spectrum 2026: Department of Modern Languages Charts a Path 'From Words to Worlds' with Alumni at the Helm✅
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The Department of Modern Languages, Faculty of Humanities, University of Kelaniya, held its Career Day, Spectrum 2026, on 12 August 2026 at the Auditorium of the Faculty of Social Sciences, under the theme ‘From Words to Worlds.’ The event drew wide participation from final year students across the Department's seven language streams — Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Russian, and Spanish. The event was graced by the presence of Senior Professor Nilanthi de Silva, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Kelaniya; Professor Patrick Rathnayaka, Dean of the Faculty of Humanities; and Heads of Department in the Faculty of Humanities.
What distinguished this year's Spectrum was the composition of its panel of speakers: for the first time, the discussion was led entirely by the Department's own graduates. Former students who once sat in the same lecture halls returned as professionals to speak on how their language degrees shaped careers spanning translation, diplomacy, corporate communication, education, and international careers. Dr Samanthika Lokugamage, Senior Lecturer from the Department of Languages, Cultural Studies and Performing Arts in the University of Sri Jayewardenepura; Dr Waruni Jayarathna, Divisional Director of Education from the Divisional Education Office, Polgahawela; Ms Wathsala Amaraisnghe, Director of United Nations and Human Rights Division of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Ms Dulanee Madhushalya Mendis, Teacher of German Language at the Colombo International School; and Ms Pramoda Bandara, Senior Executive from the Bank of China joined as panelists onsite while Ms Nusrath Ghazzali, Chief of Mission, International Organization for Migration, Jordan; Mr Udaya Chinthaka, Study Tour Leader for Studiosus Reisen, Munich, Germany and Managing Director of Ceylon Insight (Pvt) Ltd., Sri Lanka; Mr Evan Nadeeja, National Tour Guide Lecturer; and Ms Rajeeka Ranathunga, Assistant Director Sri Lankan Tourism Development Authority joined via pre-recorded video messages. The panel discussion gave current undergraduates direct access to the lived experience of navigating the job market with a foreign language qualification — insight that textbooks and career guides cannot replicate. Panelists reflected on early career challenges, the value of multilingual competence in an increasingly interconnected job market, and practical advice on translating academic language skills into professional opportunities.
The Department of Modern Languages remains the only institution in Sri Lanka offering degree-level instruction in seven foreign languages, with enrolment exceeding 1,200 students. Since its founding in 1970, the Department has built partnerships with organisations including the Japan Foundation, DAAD, the Korea Foundation, KOICA, Erasmus+, and the Confucius Institute — networks that have opened international career pathways many of Spectrum 2026's panelists themselves once relied upon. Spectrum 2026 closed with strong encouragement for students to see language study not as an isolated academic pursuit, but as a foundation for a genuinely global career.
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✅Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies Successfully Concludes Diploma and Higher Diploma Inauguration Ceremony 2026...
18/08/2026

✅Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies Successfully Concludes Diploma and Higher Diploma Inauguration Ceremony 2026 ✅
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The Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies (FCMS), University of Kelaniya, successfully conducted the Diploma and Higher Diploma Inauguration Ceremony 2026 on 16th August 2026 at Sri Dharmaloka Hall of the University, marking the commencement of a new academic journey for students admitted for the Academic Year 2026/2027.
The ceremony was graced by the presence of Dr S. C. Thushara, Dean of the Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, and Ms M. M. N. T. K. Yalagama, Acting Registrar. Mr Meditha Karunatilake, General Manager of GAC Services (Pvt) Ltd, joined the ceremony as the keynote speaker and shared valuable insights and encouragement with the newly enrolled students. The event was also attended by Heads of Departments, members of the academic staff of the Faculty, and the newly enrolled students.
The inauguration provided an opportunity to introduce students to the academic environment of the Faculty, inspire them to pursue their studies with commitment, and emphasize the importance of developing the knowledge, skills, and professional competencies required to succeed in the dynamic business environment.
The new batch of students was welcomed to the following programmes offered by the Faculty: Higher Diploma/Diploma in Business Accountancy, Higher Diploma/Diploma in Business, Higher Diploma/Diploma in Business Finance, Higher Diploma/Diploma in Human Resource Management, and Higher Diploma/Diploma in Marketing.
The Diploma and Higher Diploma Inauguration Ceremony 2026 concluded on a positive and inspiring note, with the Faculty extending its warmest wishes to all newly enrolled students for a successful and rewarding academic journey.
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✅ 159th General Convocation of the University of Kelaniya✅=====================================The 159th General Convoca...
18/08/2026

✅ 159th General Convocation of the University of Kelaniya✅
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The 159th General Convocation of the University of Kelaniya was held ceremoniously on the 17th of August 2026 at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH), Colombo.
The convocation ceremony consisted of 03 sessions. During the 1st session, 115 graduands of the Bachelor of Business Management Honours in Accountancy, 129 graduands of the Bachelor of Business Management Honours in Human Resources, 01 graduand of the Bachelor of Business Management (Special) in Human Resources, 95 graduands of the Bachelor of Business Management Honours in Marketing, 01 graduand of the Bachelor of Business Management (Special) in Marketing, 42 graduands of the Bachelor of Business Management Honours in Digital Marketing, and 63 graduands of the Bachelor of Business Management Honours in Finance, offered by the Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, were conferred.
At this session, Mr Mohamed Kabir Mohamed Fazil was awarded the Kirivatthuduwe Pragnasara Thero Memorial Gold Medal offered by the Alumni Association of the University of Kelaniya for obtaining the highest GPA at the Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, and the Gold Medal offered by the Chartered Institute of Personal Management for obtaining the Highest GPA of the year in the Bachelor of Business Management Honours in Human Resource Management. Mr Mohamed Shakeer Nizar was awarded the Gold Medal offered by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka for obtaining highest marks for the Internship in Accountancy subject in following Bachelor of Business Management Honours in Accountancy Degree, the Gold Medal offered by the Institute of Certified Management Accounts of Sri Lanka for obtaining highest marks for the Management Accounting Subjects in Bachelor of Business Management Honours in Accountancy Degree, the Gold Medal offered by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants for the most outstanding student of the Bachelor of Business Management Honours in Accountancy Degree, and the Gold Medal offered by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants for obtaining highest marks in the Bachelor of Business Management Honours in Accountancy Degree. Ms Embuldeniyage Buddhini Ruwani was awarded the Gold Medal presented by Singer Sri Lanka PLC for ‘The HR Student of the Year’ in Bachelor of Business Management Honours in Human Resource Management. Mr Wasala Mudiyanselage Chathuryanga Jithesh Wasala was awarded the Gold Medal presented by Generation Next Communications Lanka (Pvt) Ltd for ‘The Outstanding Student Performer’ in Bachelor of Business Management Honours in Human Resource Management. Ms Badal Gedara Nirasha Thathsarani was awarded the Gold Medal presented by the Sri Lanka Telecom for obtaining the highest GPA in Bachelor of Business Management Honours in Marketing Degree. Mr Akmeemana Obada Mudalige Pathum Pabasara was awarded the Gold Medal presented by the Dilmah Ceylon Tea Company PLC for the best all round student in academic, sports and extra-curricular activities in Bachelor of Business Management Honours in Marketing Degree. Ms Nangallage Antonette Amali Dewminie Fernando was awarded the Gold Medal presented by the Ogilvy Digital PVT LTD for obtaining the highest GPA in Bachelor of Business Management Honours in Digital Marketing Degree and the Gold Medal presented by the Roar Global for the best all round student in academic, sports and extra -curricular activities in Bachelor of Business Management Honours in Digital Marketing Degree. Ms Manannale Gedara Pavithra Darshani Kanchana Pitawala was awarded the Gold Medal presented by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (ICASL) for the Highest GPA holder of Bachelor of Business Management (Special) Degree in Finance. Ms Elgiriya Vitharanage Nimashini Savindi was awarded the Gold Medal presented by the Colombo Stock Exchange for the Highest GPA holder of Capital Market related subjects in the Department of Finance and the Gold Medal presented by the Institute of Certified Management Accounts of Sri Lanka for obtaining the highest GPA for the subjects related to Management Accounting and Financial Accounting. Mr Pushpanadan Kings Karon was awarded the Gold Medal presented by the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Society, Sri Lanka for the most outstanding student of Bachelor of Business Management (Special) Degree in Finance.
During the 2nd session, 100 graduands of the Bachelor of Commerce Honours Degree, 66 graduands of the Bachelor of Business Management Honours in Financial Engineering, 29 graduands of the Business Management Honours in Banking and Finance, 28 graduands of the Business Management Honours in Insurance and Finance, 52 graduands of the Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Financial Management, 01 graduand of the Bachelor of Commerce (Special) in Financial Management, 44 graduands of the Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Business Technology, 25 graduands of the Commerce Honours in Entrepreneurship, 42 graduands of the Bachelor of Business Management Honours in Accounting Information Systems, and 42 graduands of the Bachelor of Business Management Honours in Auditing and Forensic Accounting, offered by the Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, and 14 graduands of the Bachelor of Arts Honours Degree in Buddhist Studies, offered by the Faculty of Humanities, were conferred.
At this session, Ms Shenali Diyon Fernando was awarded the Gold Medal offered by the Bank of Ceylon for being the most outstanding student in all the Bachelor’s Honours examinations of Faculty of the Commerce and Management Studies for the academic year 2023/2024. Ms Morakanda Gamage Pabodha Nethmini was awarded the Gold Medal offered by the Edinborough Products (Pvt) Ltd, for obtaining the highest GPA in the Bachelor of Commerce Honours Degree. Mr Adeesha Vikum Abeydheera was awarded the Gold Medal offered by the Business Technology Association for obtaining the highest GPA in the Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Business Technology Degree and the Gold Medal offered by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (ICASL) for being the most outstanding student across all the Degree programmes awarded by the Department of Commerce and Financial Management. Ms Pondim Baduge Aneesha Madhushani Perera was awarded the Gold Medal offered by the Institute of Certified Management Accounts of Sri Lanka for obtaining the highest GPA in Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Financial Management Degree and the Gold Medal offered by the Mr. Linus Silva Scholarship Fund for obtaining the highest GPA across all Bachelor of Commerce Honours Degree programmes awarded by the Department of Commerce and Financial Management. Ms Rosheli Priyanjali De Zilva was awarded the Gold Medal offered by the Young Entrepreneurs Association, for obtaining the highest GPA in the Bachelor of Commerce Honours Entrepreneurship Degree. Mr Murugaanandham Thanujan was awarded the Gold Medal offered by the Colombo Stock Exchange for presenting the best dissertation related to Capital Market in Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Financial Management. Ms Ridmi Thisara Pathinayake was awarded the Gold Medal offered by the Institute of Internal Auditors Lanka Chapter (IIALC) for being the most outstanding student in Bachelor of Business Management Honours in Auditing and Forensic Accounting Degree. Ms Arundathi Narmada Tennakoon was awarded the Gold Medal presented by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants for achieving the highest overall performance in the Bachelor of Business Management Honours in Accounting Information Systems Degree. Mr Kuttikanda Gamaathige Chamuda Vidmal Wijayawardana was awarded the Gold Medal presented by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants for obtaining the highest GPA in the Bachelor of Business Management Honours in Accounting Information Systems Degree and the Gold Medal offered by the Institute of Certified Management Accounts of Sri Lanka for achieving the “Highest Aggregate Mark for Business Reporting Pillar” in Bachelor of Business Management Honours in Accounting Information Systems Degree. Mr Korale Gedara Milinda Madhusanka Senarathna was awarded the Gold Medal offered by the Acumatica Lanka (Pvt) Ltd. for achieving the “Highest Aggregate Mark for Business Information Systems” in Business Management Honours in Accounting Information Systems Degree. Ms Garusinhage Adithya Sammani Jayarathna was awarded the Gold Medal presented by the Institute of Analytics (IoA) UK for being the best all round student in Internship in Accounting Information Systems in following Bachelor of Business Management Honours in Accounting Information Systems Degree. Mr Chanaka Lakshan Bogoda was awarded the Gold Medal offered by the Association of Professional Bankers, Sri Lanka, for being the best all round student in Bachelor of Business Management Honours Degree in Banking and Finance. Ms Landekumbura Mudiyanselage Rashmi Vindya was awarded the Gold Medal offered by the Institute of Bankers, Sri Lanka (IBSL) for obtaining highest marks in Bachelor of Business Management Honours Degree in Banking and Finance. Mr Dissanayaka Mudiyanselage Isuru Sathsara Dissanayaka was awarded the Gold Medal offered by the Janashakthi Group for the Most outstanding student of Bachelor of Business Management Honours Degree in Insurance and Finance. Ms Kodikarage Dona Dilki Madushani Perera was awarded the Gold Medal offered by the Softlogic Life Insurance PLC for obtaining highest marks for the subject ‘Risk and Insurance Services Management’ in Bachelor of Business Management Honours Degree in Insurance and Finance. Ms Uswatte Liyanage Disara Nethuni Perera was awarded the Gold Medal offered by the Acuity knowledge Partners (Pvt) Ltd., for obtaining the highest marks in the Bachelor of Business Management Honours in Financial Engineering Degree. Ms Jithmi Tharaka Gamage was awarded the Gold Medal offered by KPMG Sri Lanka, for being the most outstanding student in Bachelor of Business Management Honours in Financial Engineering Degree.
During the 3rd session, 01 graduand of the Doctor of Philosophy Degree, 02 graduands of the Master of Philosophy Degree, 05 graduands of the Master of Science Degree, 01 graduands of the Master of Philosophy Degree, and 33 graduands of the Postgraduate Diploma, offered by the Postgraduate Institute of Archaeology; 163 graduands of the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Degree, 45 graduands of the Speech and Hearing Sciences (Speech and Language Therapy) Bachelor of Science Honours Degree, and 12 graduands of the Speech and Hearing Sciences (Audiology) Bachelor of Science Honours Degree, offered by the Faculty of Medicine; and 71 graduands of the Bachelor of Engineering Technology (BET) Honours Degree, 56 graduands of the Bachelor of Science Honours in Computer Science Degree, and 72 graduands of

At this session, Mr Uchitha Samadhi Sahampath Hewathanthri was awarded the Senaka Bandara Gold Medal for academic excellence in the subject of Environmental Archaeology and the Siran Deraniyagala Gold Medal for outstanding achievement in Pre and Proto History in the Postgraduate Diploma in Archaeology. Ms Hetti Arachchige Ishani Prarthana was awarded the Sir Alexander Cunningham Gold Medal for excellence in archaeological research thought in the Postgraduate Diploma in Archaeology. Mr Yohan Kavishka Senarath Paranavitana was awarded the Professor Carlo Fonseka Memorial Gold Medal for the best overall performance of the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Degree; Most Ven. Yakkaduwe Sri Pragnarama Thero Memorial Gold Medal for obtaining the highest marks at the Final Examination of the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Degree, offered by the Alumni Association of the University of Kelaniya; the Gold Medal offered by Professor Asoka Dissanayaka for obtaining highest marks at the First Examination for Medical Degrees; the Gold Medal in Physiology for obtaining the highest marks at the First Examination for Medical Degrees; Gold Medal in Medical Microbiology for obtaining the highest marks at the Second Examination for Medical Degrees; Gold Medal in Parasitolohy for obtaining the highest marks at the Second Examination for Medical Degrees; Gold Medal in Pathology for obtaining the highest marks at the Second Examination for Medical Degrees; Gold Medal in Medicine for obtaining the highest marks at the Final Examination for Medical Degrees; Gold Medal in Psychiatry for obtaining the highest marks at the Final Examination for Medical Degrees; and the Gold Medal in Pediatrics for obtaining the highest marks at the Final Examination for Medical Degrees. Ms Rampatipura Dewage Tharushi Dinusha Kulathunga was awarded the Prof. Lal Chandrasena Gold Medal for obtaining the highest marks for Biochemistry at the First Examination for Medical Degrees; Gold Medal for the Best Performance at the Second Examination for Medical Degrees; and the Gold Medal in Obstetrics & Gynecology for obtaining the highest marks at the Final Examination for Medical Degrees. Ms Vinuri Chamathka Boralugoda was awarded the Gold Medal in Anatomy for obtaining the highest marks at the First Examination for Medical Degrees. Mr Dassanayake Ralalage Achintha Mahela Dassanayake was awarded the Gold Medal in Family Medicine for obtaining the highest marks at the Second Examination for Medical Degrees, and the Gold Medal in Pharmacology for obtaining the highest marks at the Second Examination for Medical Degrees. Ms Ihala Hewa Vidanalage Madhushi Navodya Kulasena was awarded the Gold Medal in Forensic Medicine for obtaining the highest marks at the Second Examination for Medical Degrees. Ms Wellalagoda Korale Kankanamge Sasha Kavindi was awarded the Prof. Sheila Wirz Memorial Gold Medal for best performance in Audiology. Ms Godapale Gedara Shehani Hansika Bandara was awarded the Prof. Sheila Wirz Memorial Gold Medal for best performance in Speech and Language Therapy. Ms Nishshanka Arachchi Appuhamilage Dinithi Tharushini Nishshanka was awarded the Venerable Lunupokune Sri Dhammananda Nayaka Thero Memorial Gold Medal, for obtaining the highest marks in the Bachelor’s Honours examinations of Faculty of the Computing and Technology; Gold Medal offered by the Bank of Ceylon for the most outstanding student of the Faculty of Computing and Technology; and the Gold Medal, offered by the Faculty of Computing and Technology, for excels in following the Bachelor of Science Honours in Computer Science Degree. Ms Rathnayaka Mudiyanselage Sasini Rathnayaka was awarded the Gold Medal offered by the Faculty of Computing and Technology, for excels in following the Bachelor of Engineering Technology (BET) Honours Degree. Mr Karunarathna Pakshawadi Mudiyanselage Sandaruwan Bandara Karunarathna was awarded the Gold Medal offered by the Faculty of Computing and Technology, for excels in following the Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology (BICT) Honours Degree.
Chancellor of the University of Kelaniya, Most Venerable Narampanawe Saddharmavagishvara Sri Sumanatissa Ananda Anunayaka Thero, Anunayaka (Deputy Prelate) and the Deputy Registrar of the Asgiri Maha Vihara Chapter of the Siam Nikaya of the Mahavihara tradition; Senior Professor Nilanthi de Silva, the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Kelaniya; Deans of the Faculties; Heads of the Departments; Acting Registrar; Librarian; Directors and Chairpersons of the Units and Centers; Academic and Non-Academic Staff; graduands; and their families graced the event.
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17/08/2026

✅කැලණිය විශ්වවිද්‍යාලයේ ස්ත්‍රී පුරුෂ සමාජභාවි අධ්‍යයන මධ්‍යස්ථානයේ 15 වන සැමරුම ඊයේ (14) පැවැත්වුණා✅ 2026.08.15 වන දින සියත TV නාලිකාවේ 12 පුවත් විකාශය.සම්බන්ධීකරණය සන්නිවේදන හා මාධ්‍ය ඒකකය.

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✅Centre for Gender Studies, University of Kelaniya Marks 15 Years of Advancing Gender Equity and Equality✅==============...
17/08/2026

✅Centre for Gender Studies, University of Kelaniya Marks 15 Years of Advancing Gender Equity and Equality✅
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The Centre for Gender Studies, University of Kelaniya (CGSUK) marked its 15th Anniversary on 14th August 2026 at the Courtyard by Marriott, Colombo, celebrating fifteen years of contribution to gender equity, equality, research, education, awareness and policy engagement in Sri Lanka.
Established in August 2011 under a University Council memorandum during the tenure of Prof. Sarath Amunugama as Vice-Chancellor, CGSUK became the first Centre for Gender Studies within the Sri Lankan university system.
Over the past fifteen years, the Centre has played an important role in promoting gender equity and equality through research, education and training, expert advice, resource development and public awareness. Its programmes have reached university students, academic and non-academic staff, schools, the Sri Lanka Police, Sri Lanka Prison Service, the Tri-Forces and the wider public.
The Centre has also established strong partnerships with national and international organizations. Its work has included collaborations with UNDP, UNFPA, UNESCO and UNICEF Sri Lanka, as well as the University Grants Commission, Sri Lanka Police, National Child Protection Authority, Ministry of Women and Child Affairs, Ministry of Health and other government and non-governmental institutions.
Through these partnerships, CGSUK has contributed to important national research initiatives. These include the Unnatural Female Deaths in Sri Lanka 2013–2021 study conducted with UNFPA, research on Gender Mainstreaming in Teacher Education with UNESCO, and the ongoing national study on Progressions and Patterns of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence in Sri Lanka, 2013–2023, conducted with UNDP.
The Centre has also contributed to policy and institutional development, including the Gender Policy Framework for Gender Equity and Equality at the University of Kelaniya and the By-laws for the Inquiry and Redressal of Harassment and Violence in the Working and Learning Environment (Sexual and Gender) at the University of Kelaniya No. 02 of 2025.
A significant contribution of the Centre has been its leadership in national consultations on preventing sexual and gender-based violence in universities. The Centre's records note that recommendations from the 2013–2014 consultation process contributed to the establishment of the Gender Equity and Equality Centre at the UGC and gender cells in state universities.
The 15th Anniversary celebration brought together university leaders, former Directors of the Centre, academics, government representatives, development partners and other stakeholders. The event included the screening of the “15 Years of Excellence” video, a felicitation ceremony for former Directors, a special appreciation ceremony for Senior Prof. Nilanthi de Silva, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Kelaniya, and the presentation of the Centre's Stakeholder Survey Findings.
A key feature of the celebration was the panel discussion titled “Tracing the Past and Shaping the Future of Gender Equity and Equality at the University of Kelaniya Towards the Sustainable Development Goals.” The panel comprised Senior Prof. Nilanthi de Silva, Vice-Chancellor; Senior Prof. Maithree Wickramasinghe, Founder Director of CGSUK; Prof. Sarath Amunugama, former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Kelaniya; and Prof. Sachith Mettananda, Chairperson of the Research Council.
As part of the anniversary activities, the Centre also conducted a Short Video Competition on Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Awareness, encouraging young people to use social media as a platform for promoting awareness and challenging gender-based violence. The recognized participants were Seniru Minthaka, Divyani Perera, Abhishek Ruhunage, Sahan Nadeera, Tharusha Gimhana, W. M. G. K. Weerasinghe, W. D. G. Ravishka Subharshani and P. P. G. Bhagya Sakuni. The award ceremony was held during the anniversary programme.
The Centre's fifteen-year journey has been shaped by the leadership of successive Directors, beginning with Senior Prof. Maithree Wickramasinghe, Founder Director, followed by Prof. Sagarika Dilpushpi Kannangara, Prof. Anusha Edirisinghe and Prof. Anuruddhi Edirisinghe. Prof. Sulochani Ramanayake currently serves as Acting Director.
Looking ahead, CGSUK remains committed to strengthening gender studies, research, education, public engagement and institutional mechanisms for gender equality. The Centre has identified the introduction of a Higher Diploma in Gender Studies as one of its future priorities.
The 15th Anniversary thus marked both a celebration of the Centre's achievements and a renewed commitment to advancing equitable, inclusive and gender-responsive universities and society in Sri Lanka.
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