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Rotary’s new leadership gears for economic development
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Pubudu de Zoysa
Rotarians from District 3220 – comprising Sri Lanka and Maldives – under the dynamic leadership of District Governor Pubudu de Zoysa are preparing to launch a massive economic development programme across the country.
“Rotary has always stepped in to support the country during some of its darkest hours and we are confident we can make a real difference in the lives of the people and give a vital boost to the economy as well”, said District Governor de Zoysa.
Pubudu de Zoysa assumed office as the third lady District Governor of Rotary Sri Lanka for 2022/23, on July 1, which also coincided with the installation of the first ever Rotary International lady president, Jennifer Jones.
De Zoysa is a rare combination of a civil engineer and a marketer (CIM – UK), with vast management experience behind her in a range of sectors and institutions, both local and multinational, including top positions at Sanken Lanka, GlaxoSmithKline, Holcim Lanka, Finco Engineering Sales, University Grants Commission, University College Ratmalana and now at Ministry of Health, Global Fund Project. De Zoysa joined Rotary 22 years ago and has served with distinction in various roles within the district. She has spearheaded several key initiatives of Rotary Sri Lanka and brought her own brand of dynamic leadership to these projects ensuring their tremendous success.
This year’s Rotary programme will focus on the economic development of vulnerable communities with due consideration to the current economic, health and social challenges of Sri Lanka. Rotary is set to launch its flagship project which is a joint partnership with UNICEF and Rotary International to assist children and other communities impacted by the economic crisis in the areas of health, education, and water and sanitation. Another initiative will focus on vocational skills development for school leavers, NVQ qualified students in partnership with VTA ensuring placements as interns and job opportunities in the fields of hospitality, mechatronics, ICT at leading corporates – both locally and globally. A special programme in partnership with Rotarians of Philippines and ICTA will provide scholarships in the ICT field for deserving candidates.