SLF PROFILE

An institute under the purview of The Presidential Secretariat

National Adult Education and Training Centre

Dedicated to State’s vision of establishing Sri Lanka as the educational hub of South East Asia

‘ We have the opportunity to make this country a knowledge hub within the South Asian region. I will develop and implement an operational plan to make this country a local and international research and training centre for knowledge ’ His Excellency Mahinda Rajapaksa President Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka

‘ We may build structures and assign qualified teams to these structures, but that in itself is a challenge for leadership.

Knowledge and skills of various specialist areas, including technology, is not enough. One also has to possess a positive attitude towards bringing about change. That is why we started breeding a new set of leaders who would act as change agents’.

Lalith Weeratunge Secretary to The President Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka Speaking to Robin Hicks of GOV Asia Pacific magazine -Dec. 2010 issue of future.

Sri Lanka Foundation Incorporated under an Act of Parliament, the Sri Lanka Foundation Law No.31 of 1973, Sri Lanka Foundation is the Premier Adult Education Centre in Sri Lanka and also in the South Asian Region.

We are an Institute functioning under the direct purview of H E The President of Sri Lanka. The Sri Lanka Foundation is a privileged Institution located in the heart of Colombo, the Capital of Sri Lanka; and enriched with infrastructure and ambiance, that is famed as the most distinct venue for educational activities and events.

For the past 37 years, of existence, we have been working with international institutions, government and non governmental organisations, private sector etc., and have been very closely associated with local community development organizations in reaching our primary objective of ‘being the Centre of Excellence for Adult Education’. To date, we have been very successful in accomplishing our goals to improve the quality of life of all people in many corners of the country.

The cornerstone of our success is our ability to build partnerships, where we have been able to blend with similar Institutions and produce unique products, with enhanced marketability and value addition. Today we are one family with The Open University of Sri Lanka, The Sri Lanka Evaluation Association, The Optometry Association and American Chamber of Commerce (AMCHAM).

Our Vision “To be the centre of excellence for adult education and training in all branches of knowledge and social progress” To realise our ambitious aim we have:

The Sri Lanka Foundation Institute (SLFI); the main educational project of the SLF, was found-

ed in 1974, with the support of the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung in Germany as a premier non formal adult education centre with a specific focus on training and dissemination of knowledge and capacity building of public, corporate, private and civil society organizations. SLFI functions as the National Adult Education and Training Centre in Sri Lanka. The SLFI conducts courses of studies on various subjects at higher diploma, diploma and certificate levels as well as short term workshops, seminars, public lectures, and discussions. SLFI also undertakes assignments on capacity building of public, private and non governmental organizations.

The Sri Lanka Television Training Institute (SLTTI); the premier television training academy

of Sri Lanka established in 1984 with the assistance of the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung in Germany. SLTTI now functions as a fully fledged national TV training institution for capacity building of the electronic media in Sri Lanka and abroad. The SLTTI conducts diploma and certificate courses as well as short term workshops related with electronic and other media and also undertakes assignments on audio and video productions.

The Hospitality Centre is the most recently launched project that will enable us to address itself in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry which is fast moving from the skill-based to a knowledge-based industry!

The Board of Management Elected and appointed by H E The President of Sri Lanka, The Sri Lanka Foundation is managed by a Board of Management who jointly oversees the activities of the Foundation. All Establishment and Financial activities are determined by the powers, duties, and responsibilities delegated to the Board of Management detailed in the organisation’s bylaws stipulated in the SLF Act.

What connects...

The Sri Lanka Foundation; being a state institute under His Excellency, The President of Sri Lanka and together with many affiliations with local state universities, international universities and colleges, is the premier cog of the educational hub in Sri Lanka, and of late, with tenacious support of the Board of Management, we have transformed the Foundation both in its core business and support services.

Our long-term goal, in line with the ‘ Mahinda Chinthana - vision for the Future’ is to position Sri Lanka Foundation as a self-sustained entity of excellence for adult education and training in Sri Lanka.

The need of the hour is to cultivate professionals who are visionary, dynamic and innovative. We are equipped with multi - disciplined panel of specialists and a wealth of star class facilities to discover and nurture them. Also, we are extremely palpable to the necessities of today’s corporate world and perpetually strive to identify and address their requirements. We are attuned to offering most relevant programmes that develop human capital, thereby making them intellectually, socially, physically and spiritually balanced human beings.

At present, many aspirants are dots drifting sans direction or connection, performing alone in their own islands, unable to synergise with the rest of the world for cohesive enterprise.

This precisely is where we come in.

We help them connect the dots...and bridge the gaps.

We are perfectly placed to help them to further their education or hone their skills to a level that is recognised the world over. Being the Centre for adult education and skills development, it is our desire to see that every eligible Sri Lankan benefit from the knowledge and expertise we can impart.

While with us, we assure you an enlightening adventure that is unmatched anywhere in the country, and the tools we employ for dissemination of knowledge is ‘up - to - speed’ with the rest of the world.

Dr. Ranjith Bandara, PhD (Qld.,) Chairman..

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Sri Lanka Foundation Institute Our mission... ‘ Improving knowledge, skills, attitudes, employability and values of people through innovative participatory and high quality methods of learning.’

What we do…

We have been in the nation’s service since 1974. Our incomparable dedication imparting knowledge has decidedly promoted cohesive and practical intellectuality in Sri Lanka. In addition,The Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission recognise SLFI as a Diploma awarding institution.

Why we are special.

We conduct a variety of training, outreach and public education and awareness programs to achieve our objectives and help people achieve theirs. We also undertake to prepare modules in three broad strategic areas of human rights, good governance and industrial relations. The information discovered is disseminated through our publications for the benefit of the public.

We have long term training programmes in psychology counselling, good governance and industrial relations, languages, social integration, media and journalism, management, business development and hospitality management.

Apart from our own curriculum we undertake to customise programmes to address corporate needs i.e: business development workshops, research projects, training need assessment, key personnel training, staff training, organisational development interventions and corporate planning for private companies or state institutions.

Our methods of delivery Degrees Executive Diplomas Diploma and higher Diploma courses Certificate and Advanced Certificate courses Workshops Outbound training Why us...?

We have our own unique characteristics that set us apart from ubiquitous training institutions who offer a mere piece of paper as a certificate with a very high price tag. We have an eminent panel of lecturers of diverse intellect, well appointed, equipped and comfortable lecture halls conducive for enlightened conversation, well stacked library for multi - subject exploration on study work, research and development unit to guide and assist researchers for exhaustive fact - finding endeavours etc.

We also have the capacity to provide all affiliated services that are required for holding a successful event, workshop, gathering or entertainment. Our gourmet and culinary experts will provide star class cuisine in an atmosphere of serene privacy or glittering pageantry.

Be it inside the posh and spacious verandas or halls or the entirely green eco garden outside, the ostentatious opulence is awesome. Once experienced, you will return over and over to indulge.

Hospitality Management Centre Sri Lanka has been a cherished tourist destination from the time Sinbad called the island ‘Serendib’, and has become vibrant since the end of civil conflict infusing a new lease of life to every tourism related profession. Sri Lanka Tourist Board anticipates over 5 million tourists by 2020, and in keeping with the anticipated demand for employment in this industry, we have identified Hospitality Management as an important field of education and training. We are fully equipped with kitchen, dining, catering and hostel facilities to provide practical training that are required for the hospitality management, and our strategic partnership with American Chamber of Commerce for the proposed courses and workshops will ensure high recognition.

Key Training Solutions...

Every employer expects his workforce to be proficient and effective in areas such as management, finance,customer care, counselling, administration and IT. Others may look forward to more specialised support in areas such as; time management, presentation skills, team leadership, team building or enhancing motivation, whilst certain sectors of industry may also call for higher level catering, professional building,accounting, language skills, or a gamut of specialised training.

Based on your initial enquiry, a dedicated Business Promotion Officer will help you identify business training solutions to suit your specific requirements. This service is entirely free of charge and we can design packages ensuring highest standards of training solutions the country can offer.

Training solutions are flexible and can be offered at a time and place convenient to you - be it at your premises or at our Institute. Our Promotion Officer will manage the entire process to your utmost satisfaction.

We are open for all and sundry...who are ambitious to expand their horizons... and to face the challenges of the modern world.

Out here you will meet the people who has made it to the top...against all odds... with a wealth of knowledge and experience to share with you... from which you may most assuredly benefit.

Meet them, debate them, learn from them...and refocus yourself to be the professional you always wanted to be...

In here, learning takes a whole new dimension...

Sri Lanka Television Training Institute Our mission ‘To train media & film personnel in Sri Lanka and Asia in programming and technological aspects of TV, Radio and principles of film art to improve the quality of electronic media and to make a more meaningful social impact’ SLTTI Is a comprehensively equipped and staffed national media training centre to conduct professional training in television, radio & film art. Accredited under the Ministry of Vocational Training, we offer a wide range of training programmes at different NVQ levels. Long term affiliations with the local and international institutes enable us to offer degree level education at the SLTTI and yield qualified professionals to the field of electronic media. Equipment based ‘hands - on’ experience in each discipline is the distinct attribute that has attracted aspiring candidates to the National Trainer.

Variety and flexibility have been integral in offering custom courses to suit consumer needs. We are open to people of all walks of life. Those who seek to attain professionalism in visual moving arts will find SLTTI a fountain of academic and practical knowledge.

TRAINING UNITS Television & Film Art Unit Opportunities are available to learn television and film art from scratch and gradually qualify for professional advancements in the field. The areas of training encompass Television & Radio Programming & Production, Acting , Film Art and Broadcast Engineering.

News Production & Reporting Unit Creates most sought after news anchors, newscasters, news producers & reporters with a bundle of skills that invariably gear firm and productive outputs, encompassing news gathering, editing, producing and presenting.

3D Animation & Visual Effects Unit The 3D Animation & Visual Effects unit offers opportunities in the areas of 3D movie making, 3D Gaming, Architectural Designs, Character Animation and Visual Effects for young enthusiasts who look forward to realising the dream of becoming a part of the 3D world. The courses lead to Degree level education which are in harmony with real world and 3D world methodologies and practical work to gain complete experience in 3D movie making.

Media Production Unit The unit engages in the video production based on customer requirements enabling the SLTTI students short term internships.

Professional trainers Matchless pool of trainers consists veteran professionals of the television & film industry who can articulate experience, skills and knowledge to blend technology with aesthetics.

Video Resource Centre A fully - fledged resource centre offering easy access to visual material, research facilities and web based media learning.

Training facilities De Luxe Training Environment – Fully fledged Video & Audio Studios, Animation & Editing Suites, ENG etc....

Venue for Video Production SLTTI offers venue and video facilities and also technical consultancy for those who seek professional video production facilities for various commercial purposes.

Event venue

for Corporate and Public sector...

You will never believe there is such place in Colombo city...

Business Development Unit Our Business Development team is experienced in building progressive relationships, mutually beneficial and collaborative. We believe our unique business modules truly inspire innovation. Our dedicated Business Development Team takes a long-term and customer-driven approach in order to facilitate both educational and training activities, thus promote SLF as a premier fountain of knowledge and venue for rejoice.

Events Facilities • Interactive Workshops • Conferences • Conventions • Launches • Forums • Symposiums • Ceremonies • Press Conferences • Board Meetings / Group Meetings• Discussions • Lectures / Guest Lectures

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Cocktails Theme Nights Felicitation Dinners Anniversary Ceremonies Gala Dinners Annual General Meetings Presentations Musical Events Book Launches Exhibitions (Paintings and Photo)

• Dining (star class) • Catering • Parking ( for 150 Vehicles) • Communication • Audio Visual • Security • Hostel (for Students) • Musical and Dance troops • Open Theatre • Indoor/ Outdoor Gathering areas

We are rich with a beautiful premises located in the heart of Colombo 7, with ample parking which no other State Institute can match!

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Please contact us: Business Promotion Officers: Sameera, Harshani or Ruchira Tel: E-mail: bpo@slf.lk For more information about us please contact Nelum Ekanayake – Head, Business Development

Tel: (0094) 11 2691814, 2695249 Mobile: (0094) 11 717915060 Fax: (0094) 11 2668696 E-mail: nelum@slf.lk

Business Development Centre: SRI LANKA FOUNDATION 100, Independence Square, Colombo 07.

Tel:+94-011-2691814/2695249 Fax:+94-011-2679686 E-mail : for training inquiries: training@slf.lk

for reservations: bpo@slf.lk

The Brochures enclosed will amplify our key training solutions and expertise.

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The Chairman Dr. Ranjith Bandara. PhD, (Qld.,) (0094) 11 2699482 (0094) 11 717915060 (0094) 11 2698377 Chairman

chairman@ ranbandara@gmail.com

Contact@slfi Mr. Arunasiri Jayalath Director

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Course Director

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Director

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Ms. Thushani Bulumulle Assistant Director Course Director

Contact@sltti

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(0094) 11 2691814 2695249

(0094) 11 717915060

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slf_slfi@slt.lk

(0094) 11 2691814 2695249

(0094) 11 717915060

(0094) 11 2668696

slf_slfi@slt.lk

Contact@bdu Ms. Nelum Ekanayake The Administrative Secretary

1 Business Development Unit 2 Finance & Administration 3 Main Hall 4 Lobby 5 Reception - SLF 6 Room 7 Conference Hall 1 8 Sec. to The Director 9 Director 10 Stairway 11 Chairman 12 Sec. to Chairman 13 Proposed Lecture Hall 14 Library 15 Lecture Hall 3 16 Lecture Hall 2 17 Lecture Hall 1 18 Sec. Room 19 Peropla Area 20 HM Office 21 Kitchen 22 Restaurent 23 Open Theatre 24 Reception - SLTTI 25 Director 26 MAintenance 27 Office 28 Sound Editing 29 Editing 30 Animation 31 Maintenance 32 Make up - Gents 33 Make up - Ladies 34 Cafeteria 35 Lecture Hall 36 Studio 37 MCR 38 Stores 39 Driver’s Rest Room 40 Office Car Park 41 Driver’s Quarters 42 Security Hut 1 43 Security Hut 2 44 Security Hut 3

LEVEL 1 1 Lecture Cabins 2 Hostels 3 Asst. Director - SLTTI 4 SLTTI Library 5 Tape & DVD Library 6 Lecture Hall

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When you leave us, you will be a part of a universal network...

better informed, much accomplished and well connected.

SRI LANKA FOUNDATION #100 Independence Square, Colombo 07. Sri Lanka.

T: (00 94) 1 698814 F: (0094) 1 698377, E: slf_slfi@slt.lk

SRI LANKA FOUNDATION INSTITUTE

#100 Independence Square, Colombo 07. Sri Lanka.

T: (00 94) 1 698814 F: (0094) 1 698377, E: slf_slfi@slt.lk

SRI LANKA TELEVISION TRAINING INSTITUTE 100A, Independence Square, Colombo 7, Sri Lanka T: 0094 112 692507 F: 0094 112699791 E: dir-sltti@sltnet.lk Online registration - www.slf.lk