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AIESEC in J’pura Uni concludes Tribute 2022
At AIESEC in University of Sri Jayewardenepura (USJ), we reward the best performing AIESECers who contributed to the tremendous success of the Local Committee during the term. To showcase their splendor and pride, we successfully conducted Tribute 2022, the annual awarding ceremony at BMICH on 27th May. The most dedicated and hardworking AIESECers of the term 2021/22 were given the recognition that evening in the presence of an audience of corporate partners, parents, invitees and AIESECers of USJ.
The event was graced by the participation of the Chief Guest Janaka Gunasekara representing Baurs as the title partner, Gold Partners MAS Intimates, Deluxe Partner LEADS and Bronze Partner Samagi Distributions. The PR Partner was Mark & Comm. The objective of the event was to appreciate, reward, and motivate the membership of AIESEC in USJ for their resilience and hard work, and recognize individuals who performed exceptionally well during the past term, and to appreciate the parents for the support they provide to their beloved children to pursue their dreams as AIESECers.
44 awards were given to the outstanding performances of the young leaders who had given their unparalleled commitment towards the Local Committee of AIESEC in University of Sri Jayewardenepura, including titles such as Best Emerging Young Leader and Best Young Leader.
Tribute 2022 was delivered successfully in strict accordance with health and safety requirements exceeding the planned outcomes as well. It would not have been successful without the support given by our members, staff advisor Prof. Prasad Jayaweera and our beloved partners who helped us to bring Tribute 2022 to perfection.
Local Committee President of AIESEC in University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Dishan Devakumara, during his speech, presented the annual report for term 2021/22 briefly while recalling the achievements of the entity which included three major awards, namely The Most Outstanding Entity Award in the Asia Pacific Region at the Global Electrolux Awards in 2021, The Most Outstanding Entity Award at NLDS Gala Awards 2021 and most recently The Most Outstanding Entity Award at Natcon Gala Awards which together is a historic achievement for the entity. Concluding his speech, he said “As I always say, AIESEC in USJ will continue to build more young value driven leaders who would bring forward the change to this country and this world.”
The overwhelming enthusiastic response from the participants, which included the membership of AIESEC in USJ, Member Committee of AIESEC in Sri Lanka, Executive Boards of fellow AIESEC entities, parents, partners and other invitees attests to the event’s success, which was organized in a grand scale, taking Tribute one step above the norm. Tribute 2022 organized by AIESEC in USJ highlights the continued enthusiasm of Sri Lankan youth in contributing towards the betterment of the country.
The U.S. Embassy in Colombo welcomed the U.S. Sports Envoys to Sri Lanka, former National Basketball Association (NBA) and Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) players Stephen Howard and Astou Ndiaye, from June 8 through 14.
The Public Diplomacy section of the U.S. Embassy said that it would launch a weeklong basketball program intended to harness the unifying power of sports, made possible through collaboration with Foundation of Goodness and IImpact Hoop Lab.
While in Sri Lanka, Howard and Ndiaye, both retired professional basketball players, will conduct a weeklong program, Hoops for Hope: Bridging Borders through Basketball. The Sports Envoys will lead basketball clinics and exhibition matches and engage in leadership sessions in Colombo and Southern Province for youth aged 14-18 from Northern, Uva, Eastern and Western Provinces, offering skills and leadership training both on and off the court. The U.S. Envoys will also share their expertise with the Sri Lanka Basketball Federation, national coaches, and players, furthering the development of basketball in the country. Beyond the clinics, they will collaborate with Sri Lankan schoolchildren to take part in a community service project in the Colombo area.
“We are so proud to welcome Stephen and Astou as our Sports Envoys to Sri Lanka, to build on the strong people-to-people connections between the United States and Sri Lanka,” said U.S. Ambassador Julie Chung. “The lessons that will be shared by our Sports Envoys – communication, teamwork, resilience, inclusion, and conflict resolution – are essential for leadership development, community building, equality, and peace. The U.S. Sports Envoy program is a testament to our belief that sports can be a powerful tool in promoting peace and unity.”
SJB Colombo District MP Mujibur Rahuman in parliament demanded to know from the government the reasons for CEB suspending the leave of all its employees until further notice from Thursday.
MP Rahuman said that the CEB has got an acting General Manager anew and the latter yesterday morning issued a circular suspending leave of all CEB employees with immediate effect until further notice.
“We demand that Minister Kanchana Wijesekera should explain this to the House. This circular was issued while this debate on the new Electricity Amendment Bill was pending. There are many who oppose this Bill. The Minister must tell parliament the reason for the urge to cancel the leave of CEB employees,” the MP said.However, Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena prevented Minister Wijesekera responding to the query and said that the matter raised by MP Rahuman was not relevant.
The Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM) successfully concluded the 8th Annual CIPM Symposium, which took place on 31st May 2024. Themed “Nurturing the Human Element—Redefining HRM in a Rapidly Changing World,” the symposium underscored the pivotal role of human resource management (HRM) in today’s dynamic global landscape. Since its inception in 1959, CIPM has been dedicated to advancing the HR profession through education, professional development, and advocacy, solidifying its position as Sri Lanka’s leading professional body for HRM.
Ken Vijayakumar, the President of the CIPM, graced the occasion as the chief guest. The symposium commenced with the welcome address by the Chairperson, Prof. Arosha Adikaram, followed by the Web Launch of the Symposium Proceedings and Abstract Book by the CIPM President. The event featured distinguished addresses, including a speech by Chief Guest Ken Vijayakumar, President of CIPM, and an address by Guest of Honor Shakthi Ranatunga, Chief Operating Officer of MAS Holdings Pvt. Ltd., Sri Lanka.
The symposium also featured an inspiring keynote address by Prof. Mario Fernando, Professor of Management and Director of the Centre for Cross Cultural Management (CCCM) at the University of Wollongong, Australia.
Vote of Thanks of the inauguration session was delivered by Dr. Dillanjani Weeratunga, Symposium Co-chair.
The symposium served as a comprehensive platform for researchers to present their findings across a wide range of critical topics in HRM. These included Cultural Diversity and Inclusion, Talent Development and Retention, Ethical Leadership and Corporate Social Responsibility, Adapting to Technological Advancements, Mental Health and Well-being at Work, Global Workforce Challenges, Employee Empowerment, and Reskilling and Upskilling.
The plenary session was led by Prof. Wasantha Rajapakse. Certificates were awarded to the best paper presenters during the valedictory session, followed by a vote of thanks delivered by Kamani Perera, Manager of Research and Development.
The annual symposium of CIPM was a truly inclusive event, attracting a diverse audience that spanned undergraduates, graduates, working professionals, research scholars and lecturers. This widespread interest highlights the symposium’s significance in the field of HRM, offering a unique opportunity for everyone to network and learn from scholarly brains.The CIPM International Research Symposium was sponsored by Hambantota International Port, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT), E B Creasy & Co. PLC, and Print Xcel Company.
US sports envoys to Lanka to champion youth development
Rahuman questions sudden cancellation of leave of CEB employees
