On 14 December 2024, the Sri Venkateswara Charitable Trust turned the Taj Samudra into a beacon of possibility, welcoming over 100 scholars, trustees, volunteers and guests to its 2nd Annual Meeting.
“Knowledge is powerful, guidance makes it unstoppable.”
Unveiling Mentorship
Managing Trustee Mr Vish Govindasamy unveiled SVCT’s new mentorship programme, pairing each scholar with an industry veteran to amplify talent with hands-on wisdom.
Testimonials from Outstanding Graduates
Sisters Rashmi and Ridmi Jayasekara, both fresh from distinction-marked graduations in Computer Systems Engineering, shared how timely SVCT support turned obstacles into milestones. You can read their full testimonial here (Read Testimonial).
Industry Veterans
Huawei VP and FITIS Chairman Mr Indika de Zoysa championed adaptability in Sri Lanka’s fast-evolving IT sector, while former ICTA Chair Ms Chitranganie Mubarak guided IT-stream scholars through the nation’s digital landscape.
Motivation and Personal Branding
“Market yourself for the future.”
Trustee Ms Divya Govindasamy delivered a sharp masterclass on personal branding, networking and interview readiness, arming scholars to own their next chapter.
Retired Air Chief Marshal Harsha Abeywickrema rallied the room with stories of resilience: “Challenges build character, perseverance creates legacies,” he reminded future leaders.
Career Counselling
At Sunshine Holdings PLC’s “Emerging SUN Career Booth,” scholars received one-on-one career counselling, résumé checks and internship referrals, turning ambition into action.
The afternoon closed with a networking lunch, where new mentors met mentees and industry guests forged connections with SVCT’s next generation.
Together, we move forward fuelled by passion, guided by wisdom, and united in our belief that when opportunity meets talent, futures truly shine.
