Meet our board of directors

"Mr. Thirukumar Premakumar is a seasoned Professional Moderator with over a decade of experience on developing projects. With a background in investigative journalism, he has spent many years as a journalist before transitioning to his current role. Mr. Thirukumar is dedicated to implementing projects that contribute to the development of contemporary Sri Lanka, particularly in the face of challenges related to peace, transparency, gender equality, youth participation, media literacy, democracy, and accountability."

"Mr. Sanjay Samarasinghe, Country Manager at Aramex Lanka, cultivates high-performing teams and executes impactful strategies. Dedicated to advancing social entrepreneurship, education, and youth leadership, his visionary approach empowers young people within the International Youth Alliance for Peace (IYAP)."

""Accomplished, awarded, and resourceful professional with 23 years of Banking and International Development Sector experience. Credited with leading cross functional teams and diverse personnel, managing global projects, supporting social enterprise development and achieving and exceeding organisational goals/objectives. Proven record of employing good management practices, coaching line reports, and improving efficiency and financial sustainability. Highly skilled in building professional relations with multiple global stake-holders across all continents, performing tasks under pressure, meeting deadlines, and boosting communication and employee engagement across the business function.""