ABOUT US
The Center for Gender Studies at NISD is committed to initiating and conducting initiatives that promote equity and disseminate quality research on gender issues. Our mandate includes conducting educational and training programs on gender studies and gender mainstreaming, with the option of awarding diplomas and degrees at all levels. We house a cutting-edge resource center on gender studies, providing expertise and advice on matters related to gender equality, equity, diversity, and inclusivity.
Vision
To be a transformative force for gender equality, fostering a just and inclusive society where all genders can thrive.
Mission
Our vision is to be a propertied Gender-based Resource Center for the NISD community. We strive to be the reference house, regularly updating our library, resources, and databases on gender studies in both hard and electronic formats. This will serve as a comprehensive resource center for staff, students, and researchers connected to the Center for Gender Studies at NISD.
STAFF
Mrs. K.C.K. de Thabrew (Lecturer)
Director
chamari@nisd.ac.lk
0751822341
Adversary Committee (Internal)
Director General (NISD)
Additional Director General - Academic
(covering)
Director (Training Division)
Director (The Social Development Policy, Research & Publications Division)
Mr. V. Jeyaruban
Director (School of Social Work) (Acting)
Ms. Manjula Wijesekara
Director (Center for Quality Assurance)
Adversary Committee (External)
Head of the Department,
Department of Criminology,
General Sir John Kotelawala Defense University
Director Programmes,
Women's Economic Rights and,
Media at Women and Media Collective
Senior Lecturer,
University of Sri Jayawardhanapura
Director General
(Planning and Monitoring – Ministry of Women, Child affairs and Social Empowerment)
Gender Consultant at Ministry of Agriculture
Project Coordinator
(Center for Gender studies – University of Kelaniya)
Gender Equity and Equality Club
contact us for support and inquries
Contact info
- Address: Centre for Gender Studies, National Institute of Social Development
- Director : 0751822341
- Office : +94112882506/7
- Mail: cgs@nisd.ac.lk