Colombo chapter of the Ceylon Society of Australia officers for 2024-25

The following office bearers of the Colombo chapter of the Ceylon Society of Australia (CSA) for 2024-25 were recently elected, a news release said.

Convenor/Local President:

M.D. (Tony) Saldin

Immediate Past President:

Asoka de Silva

Vice Presidents:

Daya Wickramatunga, Rear Admiral Y.N Jayaratne,

Local Secretary:

Insiyah Davoodbhoy

Local Treasurer:

vacant, Asst. Treasurer: Devishka Ranasinghe

EXCO Members:

Somasiri Devendra, Avishka Mario Senewiratne and Anandalal Nanayakkara

The CSA is a non-profit organization, incorporated in Australia. Its main objectives are to foster, promote, and develop interest in the cultural heritage of Sri Lanka, especially the post-medieval period when this country was first exposed to, what we now call, globalization. Apart from publishing the journal – The Ceylankan which has attracted much international appreciation, the Society holds meetings quarterly in Sydney, Melbourne and Colombo.

Most importantly, it is non-political and non-partisan, and studiously steers clear of political and similar controversial issues. CSA is not a formal, high profile Society but, rather, a gathering of like-minded people, open to receiving and imparting new ideas, who would enjoy a quarterly meeting in reasonably modest and intimate surroundings.

While Sydney is home to the parent body and looks after the needs of the society in all of NSW and the ACT, the Melbourne Chapter covers members and others residing in and visitors to Victoria; the Colombo Chapter caters to CSA members in, and passing through Sri Lanka, and the Sri Lankan public.

Members of the public with an interest in the study of Sri Lankan history, culture and heritage – the young members of the public are especially welcome, are invited to attend. Admission to these meetings is free, while donations to defray expenses are much appreciated.

Meetings conclude with a Q&A session and a mini-social.