NRSYD 2026
NRSYD 2026
National Research Symposium on Youth Development
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NRSYD 2026

About the Symposium

The National Research Symposium on Youth Development (NRSYD 2026) is a premier academic event bringing together researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and youth advocates to explore innovative approaches to youth development in Sri Lanka and beyond.

This symposium serves as a platform for sharing cutting-edge research, best practices, and evidence-based interventions that empower young people to become active agents of social transformation.

The symposium will feature keynote addresses, panel discussions, paper presentations, and poster sessions covering diverse aspects of youth development.

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Key Information

Dates

16-17 September 2026

Venue

National Water Supply and Drainage Board, Galle Road, Ratmalana, Sri Lanka

Mode

Physical

Agenda

16th September

Day 1 — Inauguration Ceremony

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Registration and Refreshments
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Arrival of Guests
9:30 AM – 9:35 AM
National Anthem
9:35 AM – 9:45 AM
Lighting of the Oil Lamp
9:45 AM – 9:50 AM
Video Presentation
9:50 AM – 10:00 AM
Welcome Address by Dr. Shantha Abeysinghe, Symposium Chair, Senior Lecturer, The Open University of Sri Lanka
10:00 AM – 10:05 AM
Address by Mr. A.H.M.U. Aruna Bandara, Secretary, The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports in Sri Lanka
10:05 AM – 10:15 AM
Symposium Overview by Mr. Nimesha Thivankara, Assistant Director (Youth Development), The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
17th September

Day 2 — Scientific Sessions

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Registration
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Scientific Sessions
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Refreshment Break
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Scientific Sessions
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Lunch Break
2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Panel Discussion — Future Direction Towards Youth Development @ the Auditorium, by Session Chairs and Invited Resource Persons
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Refreshments & Networking
5:30 PM
End of the Programme

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Organized By

Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs

Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs

Committed to empowering youth and promoting their active participation in national development

www.moys.gov.lk ↗ Open University of Sri Lanka

The Open University of Sri Lanka

Leading institution in distance education and research, dedicated to accessible quality education

ou.ac.lk ↗

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