SHEvolve ’26 women empowerment initiative to be held this week

Panel discussion at last year’s event 

SHEvolve ’26, a women-empowerment initiative organized by AIESEC in University of Colombo, is set to take place on May 9th from 9.00 a.m. onwards at the New Arts Theatre, University of Colombo. 

Building on the success of its previous edition, which welcomed over 500 delegates alongside guest Anudi Gunasekara - the Miss World Sri Lanka 2024, this year’s event promises to be even more impactful, bringing together voices that matter to spark dialogue and drive meaningful change.

Centered around the theme “Beyond the Surface: Rethinking the Realities of Being a Woman,” SHEvolve ’26 aims to challenge societal norms, address stigmas, and foster a deeper understanding of issues surrounding women’s lives. 

The event will feature a panel discussion with panelists including Gangulee Walpola (Chief Guest of the event), Sade Greenwood (Miss World Sri Lanka 2021 and the Co-founder of Mullwood), Dr. Ayisha Ziauddin (Family Medicine Physician), and Vithara Mannage (lecturer at APIIT Sri Lanka).Each panelist will bring unique perspectives to critical topics.

The event will also feature a keynote speech by Yasodhara Pathanjali, a British Sri Lankan life coach, educator, and co-founder of the Independent Collective School. Alongside engaging and interactive sessions designed to create a dynamic and meaningful experience for all attendees, the programme will also feature an entertainment session conducted by Anderson Kirubaharan, a stand-up comedian and public speaking coach. 

Delegates will receive an e-certificate of participation, recognizing their involvement in this movement for change.