Explore a variety of opinion pieces that discuss topics relevant to reconciliation and social cohesion in Sri Lanka as well as the Sri Lanka Barometer effort as such.
Sep 30, 2025
This blog draws a comparison between South Africa and Sri Lanka, highlighting that class-based inequality is increasingly shaping the conversation around reconciliation, pointing to the importance of integrating economic, social, and political reforms in ongoing efforts.
Aug 31, 2025
This blog presents the role intergroup dialogue and storytelling can play in uniting families affected by enforced disappearances across ethnic divides, fostering empathy, solidarity, and collective peacebuilding.
Jul 30, 2025
This blog highlights the importance of stronger academia-state collaboration in Sri Lanka to boost the impact of university-level research on social development and national progress.
Jun 23, 2025
The blog examines challenges faced by Malayaha Tamil communities in Sri Lanka’s tea estates, particularly regarding access to healthcare, childcare, housing, and essential services.
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May 27, 2025
This blog explores how Jaffna University students are using creative approaches such as social media campaigns, cultural exchange, and student-led initiatives to promote social cohesion and understanding.
May 6, 2025
This blog offers insights into the recent experience of the Sri Lanka Barometer team's visit to the Institute for Justice and Reconciliation (IJR) in Cape Town, South Africa.
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