Workshop Overview
Event Details
- Date: April 8th, 2025
- Time: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
- Venue: St. Sylvester's College Auditorium, Kandy
- Participants: 150+ students from 25 schools across Sri Lanka
- Certification: All participants received official certificates
Workshop Highlights
- • Expert-led sessions by industry professionals
- • Hands-on practical training in journalism, photography, and videography
- • Interactive panel discussions on media ethics and digital journalism
- • Networking opportunities with media professionals
- • Equipment demonstrations with latest technology
- • Career guidance sessions for aspiring media professionals
- • Distribution of comprehensive resource materials
- • Announcement of upcoming competition guidelines
The Swarna Panhida 2025 Media Workshop was a resounding success, bringing together students passionate about media from across Sri Lanka. The day-long event provided valuable insights, practical skills, and networking opportunities that will help shape the next generation of media professionals.
150+
Participants
25
Schools
8
Expert Speakers
97%
Satisfaction Rate
Workshop Schedule
Opening Ceremony & Keynote Address
Welcome address by the Principal of St. Sylvester's College, followed by a keynote speech on "The Future of Media in the Digital Age" by Mr. Ranjan Perera, Senior Media Consultant.
Journalism Masterclass
Comprehensive session on modern journalism techniques, ethical reporting, and storytelling by Ms. Amali Fernando, Senior Editor at The Daily News.
Photography Workshop
Hands-on session covering composition, lighting, and storytelling through images by Mr. Dinesh Jayawardena, Professional Photographer and Alumnus.
Lunch Break & Networking
Refreshments provided with structured networking activities to connect students from different schools.
Video Production & Editing
Comprehensive session on video storytelling, shooting techniques, and basic editing by Mr. Kasun Bandara, Documentary Filmmaker.
Panel Discussion & Closing Ceremony
Interactive panel on "Media Ethics in the Digital Age" followed by certificate distribution and announcement of the upcoming competition.
Workshop Presentations
Modern Journalism Techniques
This comprehensive presentation covered the fundamentals of modern journalism, including digital reporting, fact-checking, and ethical considerations in the age of social media.
Key Topics Covered:
- Digital-first reporting strategies
- Fact-checking in the era of misinformation
- Ethical considerations for journalists
- Storytelling techniques for different platforms
- Building credibility and audience trust
Participant Feedback
Kavindi Perera
Mahamaya Girls' College, Kandy
The journalism workshop was incredibly insightful. I learned practical techniques that I can immediately apply to our school newspaper. The speakers w...
Ravindu Fernando
Royal College, Colombo
As someone passionate about photography, this workshop exceeded my expectations. The hands-on approach allowed me to experiment with different techniq...
Tharushi Gunasekara
Visakha Vidyalaya, Colombo
The video production session was the highlight for me. Learning about storytelling through video and getting hands-on experience with professional equ...
Dineth Jayawardena
Kingswood College, Kandy
This was my first media workshop, and it has opened my eyes to the possibilities in this field. The panel discussion on media ethics was particularly ...
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What's Next?
The successful completion of the Swarna Panhida Media Workshop marks the first phase of our 2025 program. Stay tuned for the upcoming Media Competition and Media Day events.
Media Competition
Submissions open on May 15th, 2025. Categories include journalism, photography, videography, and digital media.
Register NowMedia Day
Join us on July 20th, 2025 for a day of celebration, exhibitions, and the awards ceremony.
Learn More