Outreach Activities

Resource person 

1. Final Year Research Programme stakeholder engagement activity workshop - Resource person in facilitating the Farmer Sharing Session on Research Needs. March 2026 

2. Farmers' workshop organised by the Outreach Committee of the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Jaffna, 2025. Resource person for Vermicomposting practice

3. Farmer workshop for the Compost and vermicompost techniques, organised by the Jaffna Science Association-Section B and the Outreach Committee of the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Jaffna, 2025.- Resource person for Vermicomposting practice.

4. Seminar for the Agriculture Teachers in the Jaffna Zone of the Department of Education- 2025

5. Professional development workshop for Agriculture Teachers in Thenmaraadchy Zone of the Department of Education-2013

6. Seminar to G.C.E. O/L Students 

7. Announcer and Participant of (ITHU PASUMAIYIM NERAM) Agriculture-related radio program on Ceylon radio cooperation (YAARL FM) - 2012-2013

8. Resource person for many farmer training programs related to Agriculture, Vermi technology, Mushroom cultivation, bioagents for biological control, etc.

Under My Presidency – Faculty of Agriculture Welfare Society (FAWS)

During my tenure as President of the Faculty of Agriculture Welfare Society (FAWS), I had the privilege of leading a series of impactful welfare and outreach initiatives aimed at strengthening both our faculty community and our engagement with society.

1. Strengthening Institutional Foundations
   One of the key achievements under my leadership was the successful development and formalization of the FAWS constitution. This was drafted and subsequently approved by the Faculty Board, Senate, and Council, ensuring a strong and sustainable framework for the society’s future growth and activities.

2. Enhancing Staff Welfare and Well-being
   Improving the welfare of staff and students was a primary focus during my presidency. Several important initiatives were introduced:

• Establishment of a Healthcare Room with first aid and essential facilities for staff and students

• Development of a Staff Common Room, including improved seating arrangements and commemorative displays

• Organization of a two-day eye clinic for staff members

• Conduct of First Aid training programs for both staff and students

• Capacity-building workshops, including Tax Filing and Hands-on Generative AI training

These initiatives contributed to creating a healthier, more supportive, and professionally enriched working environment.

3. Community Outreach and Social Responsibility
   A strong emphasis was placed on extending our impact beyond the faculty:

• Contributions to religious and cultural events, including support for the Sivarathri festival

• Distribution of stationery to school children, supporting local education

• Organization of tree planting programs and participation in environmental awareness activities

• Conduct of leprosy awareness seminars for both staff and students

These outreach activities reflect my commitment to fostering social responsibility and community engagement through the society.

4. Promoting Unity and Engagement
   To strengthen relationships and well-being among members, several social initiatives were organized:

• New Year celebrations to promote cultural harmony

• Annual sports events encouraging teamwork and wellness

• Welfare contributions, including support during challenging situations and relief efforts

Serving as President of FAWS has been a rewarding experience, allowing me to contribute meaningfully to both staff welfare and community outreach. The achievements during this period were made possible through the collective effort and support of dedicated members and colleagues.

I extend my sincere gratitude to all members, contributors, and collaborators who actively supported these initiatives and helped make this tenure successful.

Outreach Activities – Section B (Applied Sciences), Jaffna Science Association (JSA)

Under My Chairpersonship

During the period 2025–2026, Section B (Applied Sciences) of the Jaffna Science Association (JSA) actively implemented a series of outreach and capacity-building programmes aligned with the theme “Optimizing Science for Healthy Living Settings”, with a special focus on “Waste to Wealth: A Circular Economy in Applied Sciences.”

Under my leadership as Chairperson, Section B strengthened its engagement with schools, universities, farmers, and small and medium entrepreneurs (SMEs) through the following key initiatives:

1. School-Level Science Outreach

• Scientific essay competitions to promote scientific thinking among school students

• School gardening initiatives to encourage environmental awareness and applied science learning

2. Scientific Communication and Publication

• Release of the 16th issue of “Pirayoga Vingnana Sudar”

• Promotion of scientific writing and communication through essay compilations

• Initiation of digitization and indexing of past volumes to enhance long-term accessibility of knowledge resources

3. University-Level Academic Engagement

• Photography competitions

• Poster presentation competitions

• Short film competitions

• Spark Talks series

• Three Minute Thesis (3MT) presentations

These platforms were designed to enhance creativity, critical thinking, and science communication skills among undergraduate and postgraduate students.

4. Farmer and SME Capacity Building

• Hands-on training programmes on composting and vermicomposting

• Production-based competitions to promote practical adoption of organic waste management technologies

• Training workshops for SMEs on:

  • Marketing strategies

  • Digital marketing

  • Branding and product presentation skills

• Exhibitions and competitive events showcasing innovation and entrepreneurial potential

5. Knowledge Networking and Expert Engagement

• Compilation project on libraries, archives, and information centres in the Northern Province of Sri Lanka

• Organization of six popular talks delivered by national and international experts to promote knowledge exchange and interdisciplinary learning

These outreach initiatives reflect the commitment of Section B to bridging science with society through education, innovation, and stakeholder engagement. The activities were made possible through the active participation of members, collaborators, and partners.

“Let us continue this journey of science for society.”