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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

Vision

To be a transformative force for gender equality, fostering a just and inclusive society where all genders can thrive.

Mission

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
Professor
Premakumara de Silva

Director General (NISD)

Ms. V.  Vasudevan

Additional Director General - Academic
(Acting)
Director (Training Division)

Mr. V. Jeyaruban

Director (School of Social Work)

Ms. Manjula Wijesekara

Director (Center for Quality Assurance)

Gender Equity and Equality Club

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LATEST NEWS

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LATEST EVENTS

Building Equality and Respect: A School Awareness Programme on Gender and Inclusion – Session 1

The Centre for Gender Studies (CGS) of the National Institute of Social Development (NISD), through its Student Working Committee, successfully conducted a School Awareness Programme...
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School Awareness Programme on Gender Equality and Respect – Session 2

The Centre for Gender Studies (CGS) of the National Institute of Social Development (NISD), through its Student Working Committee, successfully conducted a School Awareness Programme...
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Community Support Initiative – Seeduwa Rajapaksapura Flood Relief Centre for Gender Studies – NISD

The Centre for Gender Studies (CGS) of the National Institute of Social Development (NISD) actively implemented a community support initiative in Seeduwa Rajapaksapura from 01...
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Supporting Persons with Disabilities in Disaster Situations

Online Awareness Programme on Supporting Persons with Disabilities in Disaster Situations

In conjunction with the International Day of Persons with Disabilities on 3 December 2025, the Centre for Gender Studies (CGS) at NISD organized an online...
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Strengthening Psychosocial Wellbeing

Strengthening Psychosocial Wellbeing and Gender Equity among Single-Parent Families in the Gampaha District

The Centre for Gender Studies (CGS) of the National Institute of Social Development (NISD) successfully conducted an awareness programme in the Gampaha District on 16...
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Capacity Building Programme on the Role of Public Sector Services in Preventing Gender-Based Violence (Organized by YWCA Sri Lanka in Collaboration with UNFPA)

The Centre for Gender Studies (CGS) at the National Institute of Social Development (NISD) actively participated in the Capacity Building Programme on the Role of...
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Awareness Program for Low-Income Families. (Katana)

The Centre for Gender Studies (CDG) of the National Institute of Social Development (NISD) successfully conducted an awareness programme at the Katana Divisional Secretariat on...
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Gender Conference

Successful Completion of the National Conference on Gender Studies (NCGS) 2025

The Centre for Gender Studies, National Institute of Social Development (NISD) is proud to announce the successful completion of the National Conference on Gender Studies...
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Gender Awareness Programme for 2024/25 Student Intake Centre for Gender Studies – NISD

The Centre for Gender Studies (CDG) of the National Institute of Social Development (NISD) successfully conducted a Gender Awareness Programme for newly recruited students of...
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CGS Webinar Series on “Gender and Media”

CGS Webinar Series on “Gender and Media”

The CGS Webinar Series successfully conducted an engaging session on “Gender and Media” on 27th June 2025, from 7.30 PM to 9.30 PM, via Zoom....
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