ABOUT US
Introduction
The Centre for Gender Studies of University of Kelaniya (CGSUK) is an interdisciplinary unit and draws its membership from across the university. It is therefore not attached to any Faculty but reports directly to the Vice Chancellor. The Centre for Gender Studies aims to provide a focus for research, teaching and consciousness-raising on gender in the university and within the community. The current director of the Centre for Gender Studies is Dr. E.A.D. Anusha Edirisinghe.
Objectives
- To initiate and conduct quality research on gender issues
- To house a cutting edge resource centre on gender studies
- To conduct educational and training programs on gender studies and gender mainstreaming (with the option of awarding post-graduate diplomas and degrees at a future date)
- To provide expertise and advice on issues relating to gender equality / equity
- To create public consciousness on gender equity and equality
