This dialogue convened leading policymakers, academics, and practitioners to critically examine priority areas shaping the future of education. Discussions explored innovative policy approaches, systemic challenges, and reform opportunities, with a particular focus on aligning global best practices with the current Government education reform agenda.
Venue: Lavender Hall, BMICH
Date and Time: 28th February 2026, Saturday, 09.00 am – 01.00 pm
Programme Schedule
09.00 am – 10.00 am: Registration and refreshments
Registration Fee: Rs. 1500/=
Session Format
Round 1: Each speaker delivered a 10–15 minute presentation outlining their insights and recommendations.
Round 2: A one-hour Q&A and audience engagement session facilitated discussion and interaction with participants.
Round 3 – Concluding Remarks: Each speaker delivered 5 minutes of concluding observations.
The session was moderated by BALPP Executive Director, Dr. Tara De Mel.
Themes and Resource Persons
Reinventing Learning and Empowering Teachers for the Future
Resource Person: Ms. Chiranthi Senanayake
Development Justice and Governance Practitioner | Attorney-at-Law | Gender Justice & Civil Society Consultant | Lecturer in International Human Rights Law & Public Policy | Visiting Academic at Horizon Campus, the Open University of Sri Lanka, and the Bandaranaike Academy for Leadership & Public Policy
Technology, Innovation, and Assessment in Education
Resource Person: Mr. Thulith Edirisinghe
Co-Founder & CEO of Meu Labs | Researcher and Policy Innovation Specialist focusing on Digital Transformation, Governance, and Education Reform
Equity, Inclusion, and Collaborative Governance
Resource Person: Mr. Harshana Perera
Principal of Asian International School, Colombo | Attorney-at-Law | Management Accountant (CIMA-UK) | Educator and Strategic Leader
