Shilpa Sayura Foundation is a non-profit organisation recognized as an NGO working to expand access to education, internet security, technology, knowledge and opportunity. For nearly two decades, we have supported young people, educators, women, schools, universities, public institutions and communities through inclusive digital learning, cyber security, disaster response, research, training and social innovation.

Our journey began with a strong commitment to local-language digital education and equal access to knowledge and enviornmental resellilince both digital and phicalk. including hu7man rightts and gender rersponsivess. Over time, our work has grown to address emerging national and community needs in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, climate technology, gender-responsive development, youth media, digital development, and national education.

Through long-term collaboration with development organisations, universities, government institutions, technology partners, civil-society networks and communities, Shilpa Sayura Foundation continues to build safer, smarter, more inclusive and more resilient futures.

We believe technology should not widen existing inequalities. It should help people learn, participate, create, lead and respond to the challenges affecting their communities. Our programmes therefore combine practical skills, research, partnerships and locally relevant solutions, reaching grassroots communities and the general public.

Our Vision

A society in which every person, regardless of location, gender or social background, can access knowledge, obtain internet safety use technology confidently and participate meaningfully in national development.

Our Mission

To advance inclusive education, digital innovation and community resilience through local-language learning, practical technology programmes, research, partnerships and opportunities that enable people to learn, create and lead.

Our Purpose

Our purpose is to ensure that technology and education contribute to social progress rather than deepen inequality.

We work to:

• expand access to quality learning and digital resources;
• strengthen the confidence and capabilities of young people and communities;
• support women and girls through gender-responsive programmes;
• promote safe, ethical and responsible use of technology;
• encourage local innovation and practical problem-solving;
• connect research and emerging technologies with real community needs;
• build partnerships that create lasting and measurable impact.

Our Work

Shilpa Sayura Foundation advances cybersecurity, responsible artificial intelligence, IoT, climate technology, gender equality, youth media, digital development and national education. Through practical training, local-language resources, inclusive platforms, connected technologies and community programmes, we strengthen skills, resilience, participation and opportunity across Sri Lanka.

Our Values

Our programmes are inclusive by design, locally relevant, practical, research-informed, partnership-based and future-focused. We respond to real needs in Sri Lanka by considering language, gender, location, disability and social background, while using evidence, community feedback and collaboration to develop practical solutions for emerging challenges. We measure success by the positive change created for people, institutions and communities.

Our Team

Shilpa Sayura Foundation is supported by a multidisciplinary team with experience in:

• programme and project management;
• education and digital learning;
• cybersecurity;
• artificial intelligence;
• Internet of Things and electronics;
• climate technology and GIS;
• youth media and digital communication;
• research, monitoring and evaluation;
• finance, administration and partnership development.

Our team works with educators, researchers, developers, trainers, volunteers and regional partners to design and deliver programmes across Sri Lanka.

Leadership and Governance

The Foundation is guided by a governing board responsible for organisational direction, oversight, accountability and long-term sustainability.

The Board supports:

• strategic planning;
• financial and operational oversight;
• programme quality;
• ethical and responsible decision-making;
• partnership development;
• risk management;
• organisational transparency.

A dedicated team manages day-to-day implementation, reporting, learning and coordination with communities and partners.

Our Partners

For nearly 20 years, Shilpa Sayura Foundation has collaborated with international development organisations, universities, government institutions, technology companies, schools, media organisations and community networks.

These partnerships have helped us:

• develop local-language learning resources;
• deliver national and regional training;
• support girls and young people in technology;
• advance cybersecurity and digital safety;
• pilot IoT, AI and climate solutions;
• conduct research and publish knowledge;
• expand community access to digital opportunity.

Our Impact

Our work has supported learners, teachers, young people, women, schools, universities and communities across Sri Lanka.

Our impact includes:

• expanded access to local-language digital learning;
• practical technology skills for young people;
• improved participation of girls and women in technology;
• stronger awareness of cybersecurity and online safety;
• community-based innovation using AI, IoT and climate technology;
• youth-led media and digital storytelling;
• partnerships that connect research, education and development.

As the organisation enters its next phase, we are strengthening our systems for monitoring, evaluation, learning and transparent reporting.

Our Future

The next chapter of Shilpa Sayura Foundation will focus on scaling inclusive, research-driven and technology-enabled solutions. Our future priorities are to build safer digital communities, promote responsible artificial intelligence, strengthen climate resilience, expand inclusive digital education and increase opportunities for girls and women. We will also support community innovation, practical research, open knowledge resources and long-term partnerships that contribute to sustainable national development.

Join Our Journey

Shilpa Sayura Foundation welcomes partners, educators, researchers, volunteers, technology professionals, donors and community organisations who share our commitment to inclusive digital development. Together, we can expand access to knowledge, strengthen resilience and create meaningful opportunities for the next generation.