“SANKATANA”
The Invisible Contract: It’s Not What We Find, It’s How We Find It
Ethics in Social Science Research

A thought-provoking session on the ethical responsibilities that shape social science research. The discussion will explore how research methods, researcher–participant relationships, and integrity influence the knowledge we produce.

Resource Person: Dr. Kumudu Sumedha
Director, Centre for Social Reconciliation & Senior Lecturer, Department of Sociology, University of Kelaniya

Moderator: Dr. Samanthika Lokugamage
Senior Lecturer, Department of Languages, Cultural Studies and Performing Arts, University of Sri Jayewardenepura

Date: 23 February 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Venue: Board Room, Sumangala Mansion
Mode: Hybrid

Organized by the Publication Committee, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura.

All students, researchers, and academics are warmly invited to participate.
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