Pannala, Kurunegala (September 28, 2023) — Championing child education and academic excellence, the Shri Hela Cultural Collaboration Foundation (SHCCF) and the Shri Hela Higher Education Academy, in partnership with the Special Monitoring Mission of the International Human Rights Commission (IHRC SMM), organized a specialized educational seminar for Grade 5 Scholarship Examination candidates.
The full-day seminar took place on September 28, 2023, at Giri/ Velpalla Maha Vidyalaya in the Pannala Education Division within the North Western Province, benefiting primary school students from 12 surrounding schools.
Expert Academic Guidance & Educational Resources The seminar was conducted by Mrs. Mallika De Silva, a renowned expert consultant in primary child education. The sessions were designed to strengthen subject awareness, exam preparation strategies, and problem-solving techniques for young candidates.
Program Feature
Details & Support Provided
Academic Content
Comprehensive lecture modules and interactive guidance tailored for the Grade 5 Scholarship Examination.
Study Materials
Free distribution of curated model question paper sets and exam preparation kits to all student participants.
Student Welfare
Provision of nutritious meals and refreshments for all participating children and staff throughout the day.
Dr. Chrishantha Dissanayake: "Focus on Education to Become Worthy Citizens" Delivering a motivational address to the young candidates, Dr. Chrishantha J.K.M. Dissanayake, Sri Lankan Commissioner of the IHRC and Founder, President, and Director General of the SHCCF, encouraged students to prioritize their academic development:
"Focus whole-heartedly on your studies and stay away from negative, anti-social external influences. Cultivate strong moral values so that you may grow up to be honorable, useful, and valuable citizens for our motherland."
Administrative and Executive Leadership The seminar was organized with primary logistical stewardship from SHCCF Directors and IHRC Coordinators Mr. Nalin Darshana and Mr. Dhammika Sisira Kumara.
The event brought together senior educational administrators and institutional directors:
Zonal & School Education Authorities: Mr. Senarath Lankathilaka (Divisional Education Director, Pannala), Mr. Aruna Shantha (Principal, Giri/ Velpalla Maha Vidyalaya), and Mr. Sampath (Principal, Daraluwa Maha Vidyalaya). SHCCF & IHRC Delegation: Dr. Chrishantha J.K.M. Dissanayake, Mr. Hemantha Vitharana, Mr. Dhammika Sisira Kumara, Mr. Nalin Darshana Mallavarachchi, Pandit Amaradasa Delankarachchi, Pastor Ananda Kumara, Mr. Sadeva Amaradasa, Mr. Harrison Somasiri, Mr. Udara Rathnayake, Mr. Chaminda Nishantha, Mrs. Sakura Wasanthi, and Mr. Jayatissa Athaudahetti. Official Event Record
Date: September 28, 2023
Venue: Giri/ Velpalla Maha Vidyalaya, Pannala, Kurunegala
Reported by:
Udara Rathnayake
Executive Director — Shri Hela Cultural Collaboration Foundation
Zonal Coordinator — International Human Rights Commission
