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Calling all female Tamil-speaking university students!

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Are you studying Journalism, Media, or Mass Communication? Take this opportunity to strengthen your practical investigative journalism skills through a two-day intensive course conducted in Tamil. Topics include investigative reporting, research and sourcing, evidence gathering, verification, storytelling, media ethics, and more. Saturday & Sunday | 2 Days Date & Venue: To be announced Register now: […]

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Humanitarian Reporting Workshop for Journalists – 2026.

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The Sri Lanka Press Institute (SLPI), in collaboration with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), successfully conducted a two-day Humanitarian Reporting Workshop for Journalists in Sinhala and Tamil in July 2026. The workshop brought together journalists from diverse backgrounds to strengthen their understanding and practice of responsible, ethical, and empathetic humanitarian reporting. Through

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Google Training of Trainers (ToT) Program – 2026

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The Google Training of Trainers (ToT) Program was successfully conducted on 2nd and 13th July 2026 by the Sri Lanka Press Institute (SLPI) in partnership with Google. The two-day program brought together media trainers representing print, television, radio, and digital news organizations across Sri Lanka. Participants gained hands-on experience using Google AI tools and other

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Investigative Journalism (Dig Better) Course

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Highlights from the Investigative Journalism (Dig Better) Course held on 22–23 July 2026 at the Sri Lanka Press Institute (SLPI). Organised by SLPI in partnership with Fojo Media Institute, Linnaeus University, Sweden, the two-day workshop brought together female journalism students from universities across Sri Lanka to strengthen their investigative reporting skills through practical, hands-on learning.

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Sri Lanka Barometer Analysis, Practical Application, and Access

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Unlock the power of survey data in your reporting! Join us for an exclusive, practical workshop on “Sri Lanka Barometer Analysis, Practical Application, and Access” and learn how to effectively interpret and utilize data to elevate your news stories. 🗓️ Date: 12th August 2026 📍 Venue: Sri Lanka Press Institute (SLPI) premises🔥 Limited Slots Available!

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Applications are now open for the 27th Edition of the Journalism Awards for Excellence 2025!

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Applications are now open for the 27th Edition of the Journalism Awards for Excellence 2025! Jointly organized by The Editors’ Guild of Sri Lanka and the Sri Lanka Press Institute, this event celebrates the outstanding contributions and dedication of journalists across the country. Closing Date: July 31, 2026 Apply now – https://slpi.lk/journalismawards/ Don’t miss the

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Panel Discussion: AI & Newsroom Transformation

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The Sri Lanka Press Institute (SLPI) organized a panel discussion titled “AI & Newsroom Transformation” on 13th July 2026, bringing together media professionals to explore how Artificial Intelligence is transforming modern newsrooms. The discussion featured Moiz Mustafa (Digital Media Manager, Wijeya Newspapers Ltd), Dilshan Sandakakulu Madawala (Head of Operations – News & Digital, Neth FM),

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Capacitating Future Journalists on Climate Change Reporting 2026

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The Open University of Sri Lanka Capacitating Future Journalists on Climate Change Reporting 2026 The Sri Lanka Press Institute (SLPI) successfully concluded the two-day Climate Journalism Course held on 24–25 June 2026 under the AGILE Programme, implemented in partnership with Fojo Media Institute, Linnaeus University, Sweden. The programme brought together 43 undergraduate journalism and mass

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Will the proposed “Chartered Institute of Media Professionals of Sri Lanka” solve the issues in the media sector?

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The scholarly dialogue regarding the establishment of the proposed “Chartered Institute of Media Professionals of Sri Lanka,” aimed at introducing and maintaining professional standards for media practitioners, was held on June 16, 2026, at the auditorium of the Sri Lanka Press Institute. The panel of experts for this event comprised Professor of Communication Madhubhashini Hewage

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Strengthening the Right to Information: A Collective Responsibility

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The Sri Lanka Press Institute (SLPI) convened a discussion today, 9 June 2026, at its premises to explore the current challenges and future of the Right to Information (RTI) in Sri Lanka. The expert panel featured Attorney-at-Law Disanayake Dassanayake, Attorney-at-Law Sankhitha Gunaratne (Head of Legal and Governance, Verité Research), Devika Nagaravatta (Center for Women’s Development),

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