What does Literacy Day mean amidst a pandemic and an economic crisis? By Shailendree Wickrama Adittiya There has been a lot of discourse on the impact of Covid-19 and then the economic crisis on children’s education in Sri Lanka, and…
Giving children a voice through the power of play
Power of Play Founder and Artistic Director Sulochana Dissanayake on their latest performances and more By Shailendree Wickrama Adittiya Children have been robbed of the opportunity to be children, with the Covid-19 pandemic limiting their interactions with society and the…
Are A/Ls important in the long run?
By Shailendree Wickrama Adittiya Looking back at your Advanced Level (A/L) examinations years later makes you realise how insignificant a moment in your life it was, despite it feeling like an important milestone at the time. However, if you recall…
Helping those in need on International Day of Charity
Over the weekend, the price of a 450g loaf of bread rose to Rs. 300, with the All-Ceylon Bakery Owners’ Association saying this was due to wheat flour increasing in price. Regardless of the reason, this increase in price makes…
The power of dyslexic thinking
Nelum Wijayasekara on raising awareness about dyslexia and showcasing children’s talents By Shailendree Wickrama Adittiya In March this year, LinkedIn recognised dyslexic thinking as a vital skill, and stated that it matches with skills needed for the future as defined…
Towards innovative event management
Industry professionals discuss challenges and solutions By Shailendree Wickrama Adittiya Events, from exhibitions and workshops to concerts and fashion shows, have been rather scarce during the past few years, as the Easter Attacks brought up security concerns, the Covid-19 pandemic…
Celebrating Literacy Month
Readers in Sri Lanka look forward to September year after year because with September comes the Colombo International Book Fair (CIBF). Hundreds of readers from across the country flock to BMICH, and spend their savings on novels, translations, magazines, and…
Does the next generation stand a chance?
Economic crises and devastating floods threaten the future of children worldwide By Shailendree Wickrama Adittiya Children are valued and protected across the globe not just due to their vulnerability, but also due to the role they play in the planet’s…
Cinema industry pays tribute to veteran cinematographer Donald Karunarathna
Sri Lankan cinema lost yet another legend as veteran cinematographer Donald Karunarathna passed away on Sunday in Los Angeles, USA, at the age of 77. Karunarathna has worked as a cinematographer on over 60 films, including productions by directors like…
An online directory of creatives
SL Creatives gathers local talent on one platform By Shailendree Wickrama Adittiya Creatives, whether they are skilled in graphic design, photography, content writing, or filmmaking, are an undervalued community in the country, with not much done to recognise and…
