District 82 is thrilled to announce its dedicated team of leaders for the 2023-2024 Toastmasters year, igniting a journey of growth and achievement. Toastmasters International, a global nonprofit that nurtures public speaking and leadership skills worldwide, is guided by the principle of “Where leaders are made.” Founded in 1924 and headquartered in Colorado, it has expanded to 148 countries. Members gain confidence and achieve communication goals through speeches, impromptu talks, and supportive feedback in a nurturing environment, all while enhancing their leadership skills. District 82 represents the Toastmasters community in Sri Lanka, the Maldives, and the British Indian Ocean Territory, fostering excellence with 3.4K+ members across 150+ clubs in 60+ cities, with over 30 years since its establishment.
The District Trio, consisting of District Director Mahinda Karunakara, DTM (former Registrar of the Ceylon Electricity Board); Program Quality Director Ganga Fernando, DTM (Senior Lecturer attached to the University of Colombo); and Club Growth Director Niroshan Nadarajah, DTM (Senior Manager of Brand Marketing at Renuka Holdings PLC), will join forces to expand the district, provide club support, deliver training, and equip leaders for success.
District Administration Manager: Lalith Manage, District Finance Manager: P. Babukumar (DTM), District Public Relations Manager: Nimnaka Perera, Immediate Past District Director: Nisal Weerakoon (DTM)
The district, divided into divisions A to K, has passionate Division Directors at the helm, nurturing club growth and development. These leaders include Niroshan Dharmakantha (DTM), Kanapathippillai Pirabakaran (DTM), Mohamed Fawaz Jainudeen (DTM), Raveen Lankanatha, Hiranthi Ratnayake (DTM), Shehara Dissanayake (DTM), Dushyanthi Adikary (DTM), Thakshila Jayasena, Royston Cumine (DTM), Oshan Liyanage (DTM), and Methsiri Herath.
Area Directors and the dedicated team of extended leaders play a pivotal role in supporting district operations.
District 82, with experienced leaders and enthusiastic individuals, sets sail on a transformative journey, charting a course toward growth, knowledge, and achievement in the promising year ahead.
Visit district82.org to find more information about District 82
