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Art In All Its Forms: Pradeep Chandrasiri

How do the experiences of our past affect our future? Pradeep Chandrasiri’s art explores this concept vividly.

Art In All Its Forms: Koralegedara Pushpakumara

Visual Artist Koralegedara Pushpakumara uses unconventional materials to draw on social, political, and cultural issues of the time. He is one of the mentors of Our Stories, a project by The Asia Foundation that is working to foster intergenerational dialogue in Sri Lanka.

A unique platform that showcases a variety of different art forms, you can visit the ‘Our Stories’ virtual exhibition on ourstories.lk.

Art In All Its Forms: Bandu Manamperi

Performance Artist Bandu Manamperi uses his body as a canvas in an unexpected, striking, and impactful way. He is one of the mentors of Our Stories, a project by The Asia Foundation that is working to foster intergenerational dialogue in Sri Lanka.

A unique platform that showcases a variety of different art forms, you can visit the ‘Our Stories’ virtual exhibition on ourstories.lk.

Colomboscope 2022: Kacha Kacha

This year’s Colomboscope featured the highly anticipated event, Kacha Kacha, where diverse artists came together to perform. Here’s what a night of uncensored, multilingual artistic expression looks like.

Art In All Its Forms: Thisath Thoradeniya

Artist and mentor Thisath Thoradeniya has a flair for using art as a means for meaningful communication. Thisath is one of the mentors of Our Stories, a project by The Asia Foundation that is working to foster intergenerational dialogue in Sri Lanka.

A unique platform that showcases a variety of different art forms, you can visit the ‘Our Stories’ virtual exhibition on ourstories.lk.

Lesser Explored Holiday Destinations to Visit This Avurudu Season

Avurudu season is just around the corner and for many of us, it’s a chance to get away from the city, spend time with our loved ones, and unwind before the next financial year really kicks in.

#EconomicCrisisLK

Due to the developing situation in the country, we will be publishing our stories primarily on our social media platforms. Please visit our Instagram space to see our latest content.

How We Can Solve Youth Unemployment

Sri Lanka’s youth are struggling with a growing rate of unemployment, and certain segments of the population have it harder than the rest.

Krishni Kanthasamy Ifham: Making A Mark In Sri Lankan Media

In a country like Sri Lanka, journalism has always been a compelling and challenging field but had for years been dominated by men. In the 1950s, the first female journalists in Sri Lanka were employed by English-language publications.

Unheard Voices: Muslim Women Vs The MMDA

It has been a rough and prolonged journey for women advocating for reform of the controversial Muslim Marriage and Divorce Act (MMDA), the law that governs several aspects of family life for Sri Lankan Muslims. Originally drawn from a colonial-era piece of legislation, the MMDA of 1951 has been problematic since its inception, with those from both within and outside the Muslim community pointing to injustices that take place under it; injustices that violate both human rights and religious principles.

‘Invest in Institutes That Survive Political Cycles’: Deshal de Mel

What do a retired street cricketer, failed comedian and respected economist have in common? Join our Editor-in-Chief Roel Raymond as she catches up with Verite Research Director Deshal de Mel on history, geography and a whole lot more to find out.

How One Student Achieved ‘The Impossible’

If you’ve ever prepared for A-level examinations, chances are you’ve felt the pressure that comes with it. But do these exams really define our future?
Sandil’s story just might shift your perspective.

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