CIPR appoints Rishini Weeraratne as Ambassador for Sri Lanka

The Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) has appointed Rishini Weeraratne, Editor of The Sun (Daily Mirror) and Head of Social Media at Wijeya Newspapers Limited, as its new Ambassador for Sri Lanka. 

In her new role, Rishini will promote professional standards in public relations, support local practitioners, and encourage engagement with the CIPR’s Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and accreditation programmes. 

Championing Global Standards in Communication Founded in 1948, the CIPR is the world’s only Royal Chartered body for PR professionals representing over 11,000 members across 80 countries and setting the global benchmark for professionalism, ethics, and excellence in public relations. Its international ambassador network plays a crucial role in fostering collaboration, enabling practitioners worldwide to achieve Chartered status while upholding the values of transparency, trust, and integrity. 

Rishini Weeraratne is a Sri Lankan media professional with a career spanning journalism, digital strategy, and corporate communications. As Editor of The Sun (Daily Mirror) and Head of Social Media at Wijeya Newspapers, she has driven innovative projects in digital storytelling, audience engagement, and content transformation across the group’s leading platforms, including Daily Mirror Online, Lankadeepa Online, Tamil Mirror Online, and HI!! Online. 

As CIPR’s Ambassador for Sri Lanka, Rishini will serve as a vital bridge between the Institute and the country’s communications and media professionals, helping to build capacity, encourage career-long learning, and enhance the professional development of PR practitioners in Sri Lanka.

Commenting on ther appointment, Rishini Weeraratne said, “I am deeply honoured to represent the Chartered Institute of Public Relations in Sri Lanka. This appointment is a recognition of Sri Lanka’s growing presence in global communications, and I look forward to strengthening professional networks, promoting ethical practice, and fostering meaningful collaborations.”

Alastair McCapra, CEO of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations said, ““Rishini’s appointment marks a significant step forward in strengthening our international network and deepening our engagement across South Asia. Her vision and experience will be invaluable in supporting PR professionals in Sri Lanka to build skills, achieve professional recognition, and uphold the highest standards in communication. We look forward to working with her to further our mission of promoting trust, transparency, and excellence in public relations worldwide.”