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Blue Umbrella Day 2025: Empowering Voices to Prevent Violence Against Boys

Blue Umbrella Day 2025: Empowering Voices to Prevent Violence Against Boys The Gender Equity and Equality Unit of the Faculty of Criminal Justice, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, successfully conducted the Blue Umbrella Day Capacity Building Program 2025 on 28th April 2025 at the FGS Auditorium. The event was held under the powerful and…

KDU’s Grand Celebration of International Women’s Day: Liya Abimani 2025

KDU’s Grand Celebration of International Women’s Day: Liya Abimani 2025 The Centre for Gender Equity and Equality (CGEE) at KDU hosted a distinguished celebration of International Women’s Day, Liya Abimani 2025, held at the FGS Auditorium with remarkable grandeur. The event commenced with a welcome speech by Director CGEE, Dr. Nirosha Wedasinghe, under the esteemed…

KDU’s Grand Celebration of International Women’s Day: Cultural performances

KDU’s Grand Celebration of International Women’s Day: Cultural performances The celebration also featured vibrant cultural performances that highlighted the strength, perseverance, and achievements of women. Traditional and contemporary performances captured the essence of resilience and triumph. The welcome dance by the Faculty of Computing was beautifully performed and added vibrant energy to the event. Law…

KDU Women’s day Calibrations – Liya Abimani 2025

KDU Women’s day Calibrations – Liya Abimani 2025 This year’s event also recognized and celebrated exceptional women for their remarkable contributions across various domains, including Education, Research and Innovation, Leadership, Management and Administration, Social Services, Arts, Entrepreneurship, and Longstanding Academic Service to KDU. Special appreciation was extended to KDU current military female officers and servicewomen,…

KDU Women’s day Celibrations – 2025: Panel Discussion

KDU Women’s day Celibrations – 2025: Panel Discussion A thought-provoking panel discussion, moderated by Ms. Krishanthi Anandawansa, focused on key topics such as Women’s Mental Health, Women’s Rights, and Women in Technology . The panel featured distinguished speakers, including Dr. Lakshika Liyanage, Dr. Anusha Edirisinghe, and Ms. Kavindya Baddegama, who shared valuable insights. Thank you…

She-novate Creative Corner!!!!! – 10th March 2025

She-novate Creative Corner!!!!! – 10th March 2025 KDU Women’s Day celebrations commenced with the She-novate Creative Corner Exhibition, designed to encourage and support women entrepreneurs within the university. Participants showcased their innovative products in the FGS Lobby, reflecting their creativity and entrepreneurial spirit. Thank you Kalpana Ambepitiya and Center for Gender equity and equality KDU…

The CGEE special guest talk on Gender Equity and Equality

The CGEE special guest talk on Gender Equity and Equality The CGEE special guest talk on Gender Equity and Equality was conducted in collaboration with the Staff Development Center on the 5th of March 2025. The session was delivered by the Director, Dr. Mrs. Nirosha Wedasinghe, specifically targeting non-academic staff members.

KDU Representatives Contribute to Discussion on Gender and Disability Inclusion in Post-Disaster Rebuilding Programs

Dr. RMM Pradeep, Director of the Center for Disaster Management Research (CDMR), KDU, and, Dr. Nirosha Wedasinghe, Directress of the Center for Gender Equality and Equity (CGEE), KDU, and represented KDU at a key discussion on gender and disability inclusion in post-disaster rebuilding programs in Sri Lanka. The event, hosted by the Centre for Women’s…

Breaking Barriers: Gender Equity and Equality on Stage in the Inter-Faculty Drama Competition 2024

Breaking Barriers: Gender Equity and Equality on Stage in the Inter-Faculty Drama Competition 2024 The Grand Finale event of the KDU Inter-Faculty Drama Competition 2024 was held on 10th October 2024 from 0915hrs to 1200hrs hours at the FGS Auditorium with the esteemed presence of the Vice Chancellor KDU RAdm Dammika Kumara, VSV, USP, psc,…

First Round of Inter-Faculty Drama Competition Showcases Talent and Awareness.

First Round of Inter-Faculty Drama Competition Showcases Talent and Awareness. (Under Gender Equality in Action theme) The first round of the Inter-Faculty Drama Competition for 2024 was successfully held on the 11th and 12th of September at the FDSS Auditorium. Organized by the Center for Gender Equity and Equality (CGEE) and the Department of Languages…