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A tribute to Roma De Zoysa: Roma, a Lankan icon, passes away in Los Angeles-by Palitha Pelpola Roma de Zoysa Source:Dailymirror Roma de Zoysa was a flawless aristocrat who was the subject of many discussions around the ‘Los Angeles Si Lankan’ circles. The first time I met her, her presence was of no surprise, however; the impression she embedded in me was never to fade away. Roma lived to be 90 years old, which is a journey that most Sri Lankan women would be blessed to share. Roma was born into one of the most respected families from the south of Sri Lanka. Roma led her own life under her own terms and influenced a then patriarchal social environment to embrace the feminine impact as well. She wouldn’t let a social event occur without her involvement nor without influence with solid diplomacy and spiritual guidance. ...

Jun 29, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , ,
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Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo 211 23 05 2024 Wishing you a peaceful Vesak today as we highlight superstar Sri Lankan women, chat about mobility, check out a Kala Pola find, compete to sleep, check in on the markets & chat with former part-time cricketer and full-time award winning author Sebastian Faulks.   Click here to receive your free copy of the eLanka Newsletter twice a week delivered directly to your inbox! ...

May 29, 2024 Posted by In Articles, Savithri Rodrigo Tagged , , ,
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“Empowering Sri Lankan Women: Celebrating International Women’s Day 2024″-By Kalani-eLanka Image Source:pixabay On March 8th, 2024, Sri Lanka joins the global community in commemorating International Women’s Day under the theme of “Investing in Women: Accelerate Progress.” This day holds profound significance as we reflect on the progress made in empowering Sri Lankan women and acknowledge the continued efforts needed to ensure gender equality and inclusivity in our society. Let us celebrate the resilience, achievements, and contributions of Sri Lankan women while reaffirming our commitment to accelerating their empowerment. Education serves as a powerful tool for the empowerment of Sri Lankan women. Through investment in inclusive and accessible education systems, we can break down barriers and provide women with the skills and knowledge to pursue their aspirations. By promoting STEM education, vocational training, and scholarships for girls, we can empower a new generation of Sri Lankan women to thrive in diverse ...

Mar 9, 2024 Posted by In Articles, Kalani Prabodha Tagged , , , , ,
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The Taste of Mango – Australian Premier Sunday 26 November, 2:00pm at Golden Age Cinema and Bar PARAMOUNT HOUSE 80 COMMONWEALTH STREET SURRY HILLS, SYDNEY The Taste of Mango Winner of the Audience Award at BFI London Film Festival, Chloe Abrahams’ The Taste of Mango is an enveloping, hypnotic, urgently personal meditation on family, memory, identity, violence, and love. At its centre are three extraordinary Sri Lankan women: the director’s mother, Rozana; her grandmother, Jean; and the director herself.  The Taste of Mango, Chloe Abrahams’ debut feature, is an enveloping, hypnotic, urgently personal meditation on family, memory, identity, violence, and love. At its centre are three extraordinary Sri Lankan women: the director’s mother, Rozana; her grandmother, Jean; and the director herself. Their stories, by turns difficult and jubilant, testify to the entangled and ever-changing nature of inheritance and the ways in which we both hurt and protect the ones we love. Drawing on ...

Nov 20, 2023 Posted by In Articles Tagged , ,
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Upcoming Sri Lanka – By Dr harold Gunatillake Website: www.Doctorharold.com Transcript: * Sri Lanka was hit by an unprecedented financial crisis in 2022, the worst since its independence from Britain in 1948, due to a severe paucity of foreign exchange reserves, sparking political turmoil in the country, which led to the ouster of the all-powerful Rajapaksa family. * Economy improves, and forex reserves rise for Sri Lanka, The Theme of the 2023 International Women’s Day Celebration in Sri Lanka– is “She is the pride of the nation.” International Women’s Day is observed annually on March 8th, Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe promotes women’s empowerment and well-being. In Sri Lanka, the first Women’s Day celebration was held in 1978, and every year since then, the celebration has centred around different themes. Despite the current social and economic challenges Sri Lanka faces, its women continue to exhibit strength and resilience, earning respect ...

Mar 15, 2023 Posted by In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged , , , , ,
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