Achieving Critical Reform Ahead of the Elections

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16 June 2024 00:00
Achieving Critical Reform Ahead of the Elections
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As our nation approaches both presidential and parliamentary elections, the need for significant socio-political reforms has never been more pressing. We find ourselves at a pivotal moment where initiating a comprehensive reform program to rejuvenate our system, which has long been in a state of disrepair, is of utmost importance. Despite the urgency, there has been an alarming lack of discourse on this critical issue.

We are reaching out to seek your support in launching a robust reform initiative aimed at integrating a direct democratic element within our representative democracy. Our objective is to enact legislation that empowers citizens to submit proposals directly to Parliament, thereby ensuring their voices are heard and considered in the policymaking process.

We cordially invite you to participate in a crucial discussion on these proposed reforms. The meeting will be held on June 16, from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM, at the Hector Kobbekaduwa Research Institute, No. 114, Wijeram


direct_democracy_brochure.pdf,
agenda_f.pdf
WEBSITE

ORGANISERS

We , Global Center for Monitoring Political and Economic Crimes in Sri Lanka,extend our heartfelt thanks to Mr. Victor Ivan and his team, the academic contributors, journalists, and all those who participated. Special thanks also go to Mr. Sarath Fernando, Duminda Kannangara, Mr. Buddhi Randeniya,  for their invaluable contributions.

PROGRAMM

  • PROGRAMM
    - Introducing Direct Democracy: Moderator- Asha Nimali Fernando. Professor in Philosophy, Department of Philosophy and Psychology University of Sri Jayewardenepura. - Discussing the proposed legislation to allow citizens to submit proposals directly to
    Urgency of Reforms: Moderator- Shantha Gamlath. Professor of Political Science, Department of Political Science, University of Sri Jayawardanapura.
    Legislative Framework: Moderator- Senior Journalist and Political Analyst Victor Ivan

SPEAKERS

  • Senior Journalist and Political Analyst Victor Ivan
    Victor Ivan
    Senior Journalist and Political Analyst
    WEBSITE
  • Shantha Gamlath. Professor of Political Science, Department of Political Science, University of Sri Jayawardanapura.
    Shantha Gamlath.
    Professor of Political Science, Department of Political Science, University of Sri Jayawardanapura.
    WEBSITE
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  • Asha Nimali Fernando. Professor in Philosophy, Department of Philosophy and Psychology University of Sri Jayewardenepura
    Asha Nimali Fernando
    Professor in Philosophy, Department of Philosophy and Psychology University of Sri Jayewardenepura
  • Buddhi Randeniya
    Buddhi Randeniya
    Facilitator

PLACE

Colombo
Sri Lanka

GALLERY

  • Yesterday's workshop, held at the Hector Kobbekaduwa Research Institute, marked a pivotal moment in addressing these pressing issues. Organized by the Global Center for Monitoring Political and Economic Crimes in Sri Lanka, and featuring esteemed experts such as veteran journalist Mr. Victor Ivan, Professor Asha Nimali Fernando, Professor Shantha Gamlath, and Professor Chandima Wijebandara, the event underscored the need for much-needed reforms ahead of the upcoming elections.
    Yesterday's workshop, held at the Hector Kobbekaduwa Research Institute, marked a pivotal moment in addressing these pressing issues. Organized by the Global Center for Monitoring Political and Economic Crimes in Sri Lanka, and featuring esteemed experts such as veteran journalist Mr. Victor Ivan, Professor Asha Nimali Fernando, Professor Shantha Gamlath, and Professor Chandima Wijebandara, the event underscored the need for much-needed reforms ahead of the upcoming elections.

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