The Coalition for Educational Development (CED) successfully conducted the Awareness Programme on AI and Education for Youths on 21 July 2026 at CIPM, Narahenpita, bringing together youth representatives from CED member organizations to explore the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education.
The programme aimed to provide participants with a foundational understanding of AI, introduce practical AI tools, and demonstrate how AI can be effectively and responsibly applied to enhance education within the Sri Lankan context.
We were honored to have Dr. Arosha Madiwela as the Resource Person, who delivered insightful and engaging sessions covering:
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) – What is AI? Types of AI Practical applications of AI across different sectors Hands-on session on AI tools AI and Education in the Sri Lankan context Policies related to AI and Education Steps to maximize the effective use of AI in educationThe interactive discussions and practical demonstrations inspired participants to embrace AI as a tool for innovation, learning, and problem-solving while promoting its ethical and responsible use in education.
A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Arosha Madiwela for sharing his expertise and to all the enthusiastic youth representatives from CED member organizations for their active participation and commitment to shaping the future of education through technology.