Pannala, Sri Lanka (November 25, 2023) — In preparation for evaluating and honoring distinguished personalities engaged in social services across Sri Lanka, a special strategic discussion was convened on November 25, 2023, in Pannala.
The meeting was held under the Voluntary Community Empowerment Program of the International Human Rights Commission Special Monitoring Mission (IHRC SMM), bringing together key officials from the IHRC SMM Sri Lanka, the Shri Hela Cultural Collaboration Foundation (SHCCF), the Nature and Cultural Protection Foundation, the Women and Children Concern (WCC) Organization, the All Ceylon Cultural United Foundation (ACCUF), and the All Christian Rights Protection Organization.
Virtual & In-Person Leadership Assembly
According to Dr. Chrishantha J.K.M. Dissanayake—Sri Lankan Commissioner of the IHRC and Founder, President, and Director General of the SHCCF—the strategic session was conducted via virtual technology connecting key leadership figures, including:
- Dr. Kamal Abeywardena — President, Environment and Nature Conservation Foundation
- Mr. Sudarshana Gamage — President, All Ceylon Cultural United Foundation (ACCUF)
The meeting was physically attended by senior SHCCF and IHRC officials, including Mr. Hemantha Vitharana, Mr. Dhammika Sisira Kumara, Pastor Ananda Kumara, Mr. Nalin Darshana, Mr. Chaminda Nishantha, Mr. Udara Rathnayake, Mr. Jayatissa Athaudahetti, Mr. Chaminda Hapu Arachchi, Mrs. Anusha Munasinghe, Mr. Sadeva Amaradasa, Mrs. Sakura Wasanthi, and Mrs. Nisansala Wijekoon.
Fostering National Recognition for Social Service
Addressing the assembly, Dr. Chrishantha Dissanayake highlighted the critical importance of evaluating and encouraging individuals dedicated to grassroots social service and national development. He reaffirmed that the International Human Rights Commission stands fully committed to providing ongoing assistance and backing initiatives that uplift Sri Lankan society.
Event Set for December 16, 2023, at Hotel La Queens
Following thorough deliberations, the committee officially confirmed that the grand ceremony—"Shri Hela Abhimani Honors Awards 2023"—will take place on December 16, 2023, at Hotel La Queens, Pannala.
Under the primary stewardship of the Shri Hela Cultural Collaboration Foundation, preparations are underway to honor 100 distinguished individuals across three main categories:
- Shri Hela Abhimani Honorary Award
- Shri Hela Abhiman Award
- Shri Hela Abhimani Lankaputhra Award
Reported by:
Hemantha Vitharana Senior Executive Director — Shri Hela Cultural Collaboration Foundation
