Advancing Public Health in Sri Lanka Since 1927
The national professional body committed to advancing public health through leadership, education, research, professional fellowship, and service to the people.
CCPSL Centenary 1927–2027
Building on Public Health Legacy,
Redefining Community Empowerment.
Public Health Leadership
Championing evidence-informed leadership for a healthier Sri Lanka.
Education & Professional Development
Building competencies and capacity across the public health workforce.
Research & Knowledge
Generating and translating evidence to inform policy and practice.
Public Health for the People
Working with communities to promote well-being and equity.
Membership & Fellowship
A community of professionals bound by ethics and excellence.
Safeguarding Community Medicine
Upholding the values and future of community medicine in Sri Lanka.
“Improving health requires strong health services alongside communities with the knowledge, confidence and opportunities to influence decisions that affect their lives.”
Dr. Ruwan Ferdinando, President 2026/2027
Theme: Building on Public Health Legacy, Redefining Community Empowerment
- PresidentDr. Ruwan Ferdinando
- President ElectDr. Sumal Nandasena
- SecretaryDr. Thushani Dabrera
- TreasurerDr. Janaka Weragoda
International Partnerships, Recent Awards & Collaboration
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Working together with global partners to generate evidence, strengthen programmes and improve health outcomes in Sri Lanka.
Advancing Clubfoot Care in Sri Lanka
Partnering with MiracleFeet to expand clubfoot services, strengthen training, quality and community awareness.
One Health Surveillance for Leptospirosis
Collaborating with Heidelberg University on integrated surveillance for zoonotic diseases in Sri Lanka.
Understanding Sri Lanka’s Tuberculosis Burden
Working with the Research Institute of Tuberculosis, JATA, on Sri Lanka’s first large-scale TB inventory study.
Recent Awards & Recognition
Recognising contributions to public health leadership, research and professional excellence.
Ten distinguished professionals were conferred Fellowship of the College in 2026 in recognition of their contributions to public health in Sri Lanka.
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We welcome partnerships in research, education, training, policy and community health programmes.
- Research CollaborationWork with CCPSL on joint studies and evidence generation.
- Training & Capacity BuildingPartner in professional development and learning programmes.
- Policy & Programme SupportCollaborate on policy, guidelines and public health initiatives.
Strengthening Primary Care
A resilient primary care system is fundamental to Universal Health Coverage. CCPSL works in partnership to strengthen primary care, using evidence, capacity building and support for community-based services.
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