Selvern Trust unlocks new opportunities with barrier-breaking language app

From left:  Dr. Shanta R. Yapa, Senior - Academic Fellow, SLIIT Business School, Chathurangi Paththinige, Senior Manager - HR Business Partner, Hemas Capital Hospital Pvt Ltd, and Anju Moses, Head of English & Schools Education, British Council Sri Lanka discuss SELVE’s immediate relevance and usefulness in improving spoken English skills

SELVE is an innovative, spoken English app designed to make English communication more accessible through real-time AI-driven support. 

Developed by the Selvern Trust for people whose career advancement has slowed due to a lack of confidence in speaking English, SELVE functions as an interactive platformto resolve these language barriers. 

Available for download with a free trial during the month of March 2026, SELVE addresses a growing need across industries for a tool that strengthens spoken English competencies. The app emerged from a recognition that, as a result of struggles to communicate in English, people not only lose self-confidence but also find themselves speechless in professional situations that reinforce feelings of defeat and missed opportunities. 

Discussing the reception of SELVE, Vijendran Watson, Founder Chairman of the Selvern Trust said, “We noticed that proficiency in English was one of the most significant barriers in the way of aspiring young professionals. As such, we intended to create a practical and accessible solution for everyone from students to executives in corporate to overcome linguistic barriers to success. We are extremely pleased with the results we have seen so far and hope this will help others realise their utmost potential”. 

The app supports Sinhala and Tamil native language speakers and allows users to switch to their native language when unsure of a question. However, it maintains the learner’s immersion in the lesson by responding in English.  

Guided by the AI’s specialization in teaching spoken English, SELVE expands the learner’s skills through engaging content that mimics real-life scenarios. The learning experiences are further enhanced by vibrant presenter video, animations, interactive characters, and activities that demonstrate how app’s lessons can be applied to everyday scenarios.