A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was formally signed between Janathakshan GTE Ltd and the Department of Sociology, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, on 29th July 2025, marking a key milestone in the implementation of the project titled "Fostering Climate Change Action Ambassadors: Empowering Youth for Climate Resilience (HSBC_CCAA)".

This partnership aims to strengthen youth engagement in climate change adaptation and resilience by supporting academic collaboration, student-led climate projects, and awareness initiatives across Sri Lankan universities.

Held at the Vice-Chancellor’s office, the event was graced by senior representatives from both institutions. From Janathakshan GTE Ltd, Dr. Janaka Hemathilaka, Chief Executive Officer; Ms. Sharon De Alwis, Head of Human Resources; Ms. Nilwala Ravihari, Senior Manager; and Ms. Malsha Gunerathne, Project Officer, participated in the ceremony.

Representing the University of Kelaniya, Senior Professor Nilanthi Renuka de Silva, Vice-Chancellor; Mr. K. K. K. Dharmathilaka, Registrar; Professor M. M. Gunatilake, Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences; and Senior Professor K. Karunathilake, Head of the Department of Sociology, were in attendance, along with Lecturer Mrs. W. M. Gayathri Panampitiya, Lecturer Mrs. H. Sachini Nisansala Silva, and Lecturer Mr. R. M. Auchithya Rathnayake, academic staff members of the department.