- Loss and Damage Research Observatory
- Loss and Damage Research Observatory
Lecturer
Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
Rajarata University of Sri lanka
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Overview
I am an early career professional specializing in sustainable community development, focusing on issues like poverty, food security, and climate change in vulnerable communities in Sri Lanka and South Asia. My work on climate change covers climate impacts, vulnerability, adaptation, resilience, loss & damage, and mitigation. I have authored numerous research-based and professional publications, earning international and national recognition for my contributions to climate change research and action. Passionate about building resilient communities, I am dedicated to addressing global development challenges related to climate change, committed to enhancing sustainability and resilience in the face of environmental challenges.
"Uniting research with action, I strive to transform vulnerable communities into resilient strongholds against climate change and related shocks & stressors. My dedication to sustainability is driven by a vision where enhanced resilience isn't just a goal, but a cornerstone of development in every community facing environmental challenges. "
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Climate change adaptation | Master of Philosophy (MPhil) - Reading
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Agricultural Economics | Master of Sciences (MSc) - Reading
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Agriculture | Bachelor of Sciences
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Rajarata University of Sri lanka | Education
2022-04-30
International Centre for Climate Change and Development (ICCCAD) in collaboration with the Institute for Study and Development Worldwide (IFSD) | Climate-induced Loss and Damage
2023-11-07
Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) and International Centre for Climate Change and Development (ICCCAD) | Locally Led Adaptation (LLA) And Local Loss And Damage
2023-06-07
International Poverty Reduction Center in China, Sponsored by Ministry of Commerce People`s Republic of China | Rural Development
2022-08-30
International Exchange Centre of Yangling Demonstration Zone, sponsored by the Ministry of Commerce of the People`s Republic of China | Climate change & Sustainable Development
2022-12-07
International Centre for Climate Change and Development (ICCCAD) |
August 30, 2022
Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) and International Centre for Climate Change and Development (ICCCAD) |
June 30, 2023
Global Resilience Partnership |
August 30, 2023
Member
2016-03-31 - Present
Member
- Present
Member
- Present
Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka | Lecturer
2021-02-15 - Present
My responsibilities span teaching, research, and outreach mainly in the field of sustainable community development. I teach subjects such as community development, development communication, and project management at the higher education level. My research approach is primarily mixed-method and field-based, conducted both independently and in collaboration with undergraduates and fellow scholars. In outreach, I focus on engaging rural farming communities and other stakeholders involved in community development, tailoring programs to diverse groups including adults, youth, women, and the disabled. These efforts aim to directly impact and enhance community resilience and development
