Experience & Projects
Bridging Psychological Theory with Practical Application & Social Impact.
Beyond academic research, my passion lies in translating psychological, behavioral, and management insights into practical, real-world applications. This section highlights my multifaceted professional journey as a guest lecturer facilitating youth and career development, a corporate trainer, verified researcher, psychological counselor, and social advocate all reflecting a dedicated commitment to driving human empowerment, academic engagement, and community growth.
Guest Lecturer & Corporate Trainer
Vocational Training Authority (VTA)-Apr 2026 - Present
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Focus Area: Soft Skills for Career Success & Professional Employability.
Designed and delivered a specialized professional guidance program tailored for automobile technology students. The core focus was aligning their technical capabilities (Hard Skills) with crucial interpersonal attributes (Soft Skills) to maximize their market value and employability in both local and global corporate markets.
Key Deliverables & Workshops Conducted:
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Active Listening & Client Dynamics: Training technical professionals to handle customer care and high-stress client interactions confidently using psychological insights.
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Professional Body Language: Mastering non-verbal communication, posture, and first impressions in the corporate world.
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Operational Time Management: Eradicating procrastination and structuring workshop workflows to drive business efficiency and profitability.
UNICEF Sri Lanka | Remote (Part-time) Aug 2026 – Present
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Youth Mental Health Content Co-Creation: Collaborating with young leaders to conceptualize and develop youth-focused content, including co-creating podcast episodes centered on mental health awareness.
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Psychological & Field Insights: Integrating academic knowledge in Psychology and field insights to inform meaningful, impactful discussions around youth mental health.
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Youth Advocacy: Providing strategic youth perspectives to drive national conversations on mental health challenges and empowerment.
Youth Advisory Network Member
Official Campaign Flyer: UNICEF Sri Lanka Youth Advisory Network – "On My Mind" Podcast & Mental Health Initiative.
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Verified Academic Researcher
Self-Employed / Independent | Jul 2023 - Present
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Global Academic Identifier: Verified Researcher at ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0006-0857-6890
Engaged in independent and empirical behavioral research, maintaining a verified digital presence across global scholarly platforms. My research focus encompasses forensic psychology, child dynamics, and behavioral insights that inform social policy.
Professional Writer (Psychology & Management)
Medium · Freelance | Apr 2026 - Present
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Authoring evidence-based research articles focusing on Neuroplasticity, Myelination, Behavioral Finance, and Cognitive Psychology.
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Bridging the complex gap between heavy academic psychological research and practical everyday management strategies.
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Curating and publishing the deep-dive series "The Science of Limitless Potential" in both English and Sinhala to drive a growth mindset among professionals and students globally.
Trainee Psychological Counselor
Department of Probation and Child Care Services – Western Province | Jan 2024 - Jun 2024
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Core Competencies: Cognitive Psychology, Substance Abuse Counseling, Social Psychology, and Youth Mentoring.
Provided vital mentoring and evidence-based psychological support to children and adolescents within probation and institutional care services. Assisted in implementing individual and group cognitive-behavioral interventions aimed at stabilizing and improving the emotional, cognitive, and social well-being of youth during rehabilitation.
Key Contributions:
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Applied advanced active listening and counseling frameworks to support vulnerable demographics.
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Conducted psychological assessments and field research to optimize childcare and rehabilitation program evaluations.
Official Designation: National University Student Ambassador – National Child Protection Authority (NCPA)
University Student Ambassador
National Child Protection Authority (NCPA), Sri Lanka | Jul 2023 - May 2025
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Scope: Child Rights Advocacy, Safe Environments, and Public Policy Support.
Selected from a highly competitive pool across 17 state universities to serve as a National Student Ambassador for child protection. Spearheaded grassroots and national-level advocacy campaigns across schools and local communities to educate the public on child safety, ethical boundaries, and child rights.
Key Accomplishments:
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Partnered with national state officers to successfully organize and execute the University Student Ambassador National Summit.
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Contributed specialized research articles and behavioral insights to the official University Ambassador Magazine to support child protection policies.
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Ensured strict adherence to ethical standards, safeguarding children's confidentiality and legal rights during community interactions.
Projects
Featured Community Projects: "Anagatha Sawibala Ganwima" Series
(In Collaboration with the Department of Probation and Child Care Services – Western Province)
A dedicated three-part community empowerment initiative designed to uplift, mentor, and structurally develop foundational skills for institutionalized youth under state care and probation services.
Phase 01 Foundational Literacy & Mathematics Programme
Timeline: Jan 2024 – Apr 2024 (Completed)
Core Focus: Basic Mathematics Literacy & Cognitive Development.
Designed and implemented a foundational academic literacy program aimed at bridging educational gaps for children whose early academic tracks were disrupted due to socio-legal challenges.
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Key Contributions & Deliverables:
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Developed simplified, intuitive basic mathematics literacy curriculums tailored for accelerated cognitive learning.
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Handled individual diagnostic mentoring to help participants overcome math-anxiety and build basic logical reasoning skills.
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Applied core social service and rehabilitative principles to ensure an inclusive, encouraging, and trauma-informed educational setting.
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Core Skills Displayed: Educational Psychology | Curriculum Adaptation | Social Service Principles
Phase 02
Youth Motivational Programme
Timeline: Feb 2024
(Completed)
Core Focus: Psychological Empowerment, Confidence Building, and Behavioral Reformation.
Conducted high-impact behavioral and motivational counseling sessions aimed at promoting positive cognitive shifts and constructive social behavior among youth in care facilities.
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Key Contributions & Deliverables:
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Structured empirical mentoring activities that rebuilt self-esteem and internal locus of control for marginalized adolescents.
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Strengthened peer-to-peer engagement by creating safe spaces for youth expression, emotional regulation, and communication development.
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Partnered with institutional officers to monitor and evaluate behavioral improvements over long-term tracking cycles.
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Core Skills Displayed: Youth Mentoring | Behavioral Psychology | Strategic Communication
Phase 03
Social Skills Development Programme
Timeline: Mar 2024
(Completed)
Core Focus: Advanced Interpersonal Communication, Leadership, and Group Dynamics.
Served as the lead facilitator to design and execute intensive social skills workshops tailored for youth. The program focused on breaking psychological barriers to social interaction and building emotional intelligence necessary for successful reintegration into society.
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Key Contributions & Deliverables:
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Facilitated interactive workshops that measurably improved public speaking, active teamwork, and conflict-resolution capabilities among participants.
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Provided close personal mentoring to youth, guiding them to recognize personal strengths and professional boundaries.
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Coordinated end-to-end program logistics, ensuring safe, ethical, and high-impact session deliveries.
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Core Skills Displayed: Project Management | Child Development | Interpersonal Leadership