Our Vision

To empower a new generation of journalists in Sri Lanka, fostering a vibrant, independent media landscape that champions truth, integrity, and social justice, while promoting informed dialogue and accountability within society.

Our Mission

The Young Journalists Network in Sri Lanka is dedicated to nurturing aspiring journalists through training, mentorship, and collaborative platforms. We aim to enhance journalistic skills, encourage ethical reporting, and advocate for press freedom, ultimately contributing to a well-informed citizenry and a stronger democracy.

Our Team

Mithun Jayawardhana is a respected senior journalist with a significant footprint in Sri Lanka’s media landscape. With his role at Ceylon Today and Mawbima Newspaper, Mithun has built a reputation for his investigative reporting, focusing on pressing socio-political issues, economic affairs, and environmental concerns. His journalism career, which spans over a decade, has seen him cover a range of topics, from local politics to international relations, making him a versatile and insightful commentator on current events. Mithun’s in-depth investigative articles have earned him multiple accolades, including prestigious journalism awards, recognizing his dedication to truth and transparency in reporting.

He has been instrumental in covering significant stories that reflect both the challenges and resilience of the Sri Lankan people. His work not only informs the public but also holds institutions accountable, playing a crucial role in the democratic process. Mithun’s contributions to Ceylon Today and Mawbima are marked by a commitment to thorough research, compelling storytelling, and an unwavering sense of journalistic integrity, making him a valuable figure in Sri Lankan journalism.

“As part of the newly established Young Journalists Foundation. I aim to contribute through mentorship and leadership. My focus will be on creating a structured training program that enhances journalistic skills while promoting ethical and socially responsible practices. By encouraging innovation and facilitating collaboration among young journalists, I will help steer the foundation toward achieving its long-term goals of nurturing an informed, independent, and resilient press community.”

Mr.Mithun Jayawardane
Co-chairmen
Senior Journalist at Ceylon Today and Mawbima Newspaper

Miss Upadya Koswatte
co-chairperson
LLB (HONS)UG University of Colombo
Faculty of law
Freelance journalist & filmmaker

Mithun Jayawardhana is a respected senior journalist with a significant footprint in Sri Lanka’s media landscape. With his role at Ceylon Today and Mawbima Newspaper, Mithun has built a reputation for his investigative reporting, focusing on pressing socio-political issues, economic affairs, and environmental concerns. His journalism career, which spans over a decade, has seen him cover a range of topics, from local politics to international relations, making him a versatile and insightful commentator on current events. Mithun’s in-depth investigative articles have earned him multiple accolades, including prestigious journalism awards, recognizing his dedication to truth and transparency in reporting.

He has been instrumental in covering significant stories that reflect both the challenges and resilience of the Sri Lankan people. His work not only informs the public but also holds institutions accountable, playing a crucial role in the democratic process. Mithun’s contributions to Ceylon Today and Mawbima are marked by a commitment to thorough research, compelling storytelling, and an unwavering sense of journalistic integrity, making him a valuable figure in Sri Lankan journalism.

“As part of the newly established Young Journalists Foundation. I aim to contribute through mentorship and leadership. My focus will be on creating a structured training program that enhances journalistic skills while promoting ethical and socially responsible practices. By encouraging innovation and facilitating collaboration among young journalists, I will help steer the foundation toward achieving its long-term goals of nurturing an informed, independent, and resilient press community.”

Mr. Chaturanga Pradeep
Treasurer
BA (Sp) Film Studies – University of Colombo
Documentary Filmmaker, Cinematographer
Senior journalist

Mr. Madushan Malith
Secretary
(B.A) in mass communication (Hon) university of Kalaniya

Mr. Yasith Wijesinghe
Media executive
Attorney at Law (Reading) Sri Lanka Law collage

Committee Board

Miss. Ishani Samuel

(B.A) in Mass Media (SP) University of Colombo, Factchecker in  Sri Lanka Press Institute

Mr.Sadun Liyanage

Actor

Mr.Dhanu Kulathunga

(B.A) in Mass Media (SP) University of Colombo

Mr. Shalitha Bandara

Filmmaker, Senior journalist

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