The Sri Lanka Federation of University Women (SLFUW) held its annual general meeting for 2026/2027 on October 31 at the SLFUW auditorium, Colombo 8.

As the federation marks its 86th year of service, the occasion provided an opportunity to pay tribute to the pioneering women whose vision, dedication, and outstanding contributions laid the foundation for its proud legacy, said newly-elected SLFUW President Dr Udula Krishnaratne.

With its dedication to the advancement of women, education, and society, the federation continues to uphold the noble ideals upon which it was founded, inspiring generations of university women to lead, serve, and make a meaningful difference, added the president.

The new council elected to lead SLFUW for 2026/2027       

President: Colonel Dr Udula Krishnaratne, Immediate Past President: Eng Lakmini Nonis, Vice Presidents: Ms Rukmani Samaranaya  & Dr Shervanthi Fernando,  Coordinator – International Relations: Prof Mahesha Kapurubandara, Secretary: Ms Nilupika Wijetunge, Treasurer: Mrs Dharshani Perera, Press and Publicity Officer: Ms Anjali Gamage, Assistant Secretary: Mrs Dharshani Watawala, Assistant Treasurer: Ms Devika Panagoda, AAL Committee Members: Ms Indra Puvimanasinghe, Ms Indira Samarasinghe, PC, Mrs Neliya Fernando, Ms Shyamini Balasuriya, AAL, Dr Nirmali de Silva, Dr Medha de Alwis. Ms Nirmala Ekanayake,

The newly elected council is expected to continue the federation’s long-standing mission of promoting education, empowering women, strengthening professional and academic networks and fostering fellowship among university women in Sri Lanka, added the president.

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