Dr. W. J. Jeyaraj

Dr. W. J. Jeyaraj
PhD, ASLLA, MLISc., MEd., PG.Dip.Edu., BA (Hons) First Class.
Chartered Librarian
University Librarian
Email: librarian@esn.ac.lk

Biography

Dr. W. J . Jeyaraj, the University Librarian of the Eastern University, Sri Lanka, the Immediate Past President of the University Librarians Association of Sri Lanka (ULA), and the Lecturer in Library & Information Science, has over 26 years of experience in the university library sector.

He holds the following Academic & Professional credentials
 

  1. Doctor of Philosophy in Library and Information Science (PhD) - University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka.
  2. Master of Education (MEd) –Eastern University, Sri Lanka.
  3. Master of Library and Information Science (MLISc) - University of Colombo, Sri Lanka.
  4. Post-Graduate Diploma in Education (PG. Dip. Edu.) - Open University of Sri Lanka.
  5. Bachelor of Arts (B.A. Honors FIRST CLASS) with many awards such as the Batch Top Results and Best  Performances in the Annual Examinations – University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka.
  6. Certificate of Fundamentals of Collection Development Management – Web Course Awarded by the Association for Library Collections & Technical Services (ALCTS), American Library Association (ALA), United States of America (USA).
  7. Certificate of Fundamentals of Acquisitions – Web Course Awarded by the Association for Library Collections & Technical Services (ALCTS), American Library Association (ALA), United States of America (USA).


Dr. Jeyaraj is well organized and dedicated, with the ability to demonstrate effective problem solving, multi-tasking, and communication skills.
In his multiple roles as the President, University Librarian, Educator, Researcher, and Leader, his influence has reached beyond the regional level, up to the national and international levels. He thrives on new challenges and is passionate about the latest technologies

Links to Publications

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Publications

Articles published in scholarly journals, Magazines, and Newspapers, + Conference Presentations

  1. Jayakananathan, M. and Jeyaraj W.J. (2023).“Awareness and Attitude towards use of Institutional Repositories by Academic Staff of Eastern University, Sri Lanka : A Method based on the Diffusion of Innovation (DOI) and the Theory of Reasoned Action (TRA). International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Sciences (IJRISS). ISSN 2454-6186. DOI : 10.47772/IJRISS. Volume VII. Issue II. Feb. 2023.
  2. Jeyaraj, W.J. and Weerasooriya, W.A. (2022). “Enthusiasm in Information Retrieval Skills of Visually Challenged Undergraduates in Sri Lanka”. 87th IFLA World Library and Information Congress (WLIC), Dublin. Ireland. 26-29 July 2022.
  3. Jeyaraj W.J. (2021). “Transition of University Libraries to Adapt to the New Normal: A mid- and post-COVID-19 Response”. International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS) |Volume V, Issue IX, September 2021|ISSN 2454-6186. Page 406-411
  4. Jayakananathan, M. and Jeyaraj W.J. (2020). “Subject Plus: An Information Management Tool for Developing Research Guides in Academic Libraries”. Proceedings of the International Research Conference of Uva Wellassa University, July 29-30, 2020. p. 447.
  5. Jeyaraj W.J. (2020). “Influences of Marketing Mix Factors in Querying for Information through Conventional English Newspapers in Sri Lanka”. International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology. Volume 5, Issue 6, June – 2020. ISSN No:-2456-2165.
  6. Jeyaraj W.J. (2019). “Breaching the Borders Spanned Across Sri Lankan University Library Science Education Precincts”. National Conference on Library and Information Science (NACLIS 2019). Sri Lanka Library Association. pp. 113-114.
  7. Jayakananathan, M. and Jeyaraj W.J. (2019). “Behavioural Aspects of Postgraduate Students in Using Electronic Information Resources at the Library Eastern University, Sri Lanka”. Journal of the University Librarians Association of Sri Lanka.Vol. 22 Issue 1, January, 2019, ISSN: 1391-4081. Pp. 36 – 55
  8. Jeyaraj, W.J. (2019). “Understanding the Basics in Structuring a Research Paper”. Medium Publication.
  9. W. J. (2018). “Generalizing Library Operation and Service Frameworks to create linked libraries”, Newsletter of the University Librarians Association of Sri Lanka. Volume. 13. Issue. 1, Oct-Dec. 2018. eISSN 2630-7693. Pp. 30-31.
  10. Jeyaraj W.J. (2018). “Encapsulating Verifiability of Information through the Introduction of Human Libraries”. International Journal of Information Retrieval and Management. ISSN 2320-2548. Vol. 6. Issue 11. Jan. June. 2018. pp. 15-17.
  11. Jeyaraj W.J. (2018). “Design and Development of Gateway for Management : Special Reference to Eastern University, Sri Lanka”. Indian Journal of Information Science and Services (IJISS).ISSN.0973-8967. Vol. 12.No. 1. January – June 2018. pp. 1-5.
  12. Jayakananathan, M. and Jeyaraj W.J. (2018). “VUFind based Resource Discovery Systems : Experience from the Library, Eastern University, Sri Lanka”. Emerging Trends in Librarianship : Role of Libraries in Learning Environment. Indian Institute of Management Tiruchirappalli. ISBN. 978-93-85399-86-2 pp. 300-307.
  13. Jeyaraj W.J. (2017). “Job Satisfaction level of Teacher Librarians of National Schools in the Batticaloa District of Sri Lanka”. Journal of Research in Humanities and Social Science. ISSN (Online): 2321-9467. 5.Issue 6. 2017. Pp. 34-41
  14. Jeyaraj W.J. (2017). “Dengue Research : A Bibliometric Analysis of research Publications during 1989-2016”. Indian Journal of Information Science and Services (IJISS).ISSN.0973-8967.Vol 11.No. 2. July-Dec. 2018. pp. 47-52.
  15. Jeyaraj, Manuela Nayantara and Jeyaraj, W.J. (2017). “Leeway of Automating Sri Lankan National School Libraries as a Means of Granting Accessibility to Materialized Information Repositories”. Knowledge Organization and Knowledge Management : Knowledge Resources and Library Technologies. ISBN 978-93-85399-86-2 pp. 16-18.
  16. Jeyaraj, W.J. (2017). “Empowering the field of Librarianship as a Key role in Preserving Indispensable Information”. Medium Publication.
  17. Jeyaraj W.J. and Weerasooriya W.A (2016). “Constraints in Conducting Survey Research among Visually Impaired Undergraduates in Sri Lanka”. 1st International Conference on Library and Information Management (ICLIM 2016): Information for Sustainable Development : Challenges and Opportunities. Dept. of Library & Information Science, University of Kelaniya, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka. 21-22 Oct. 2016. p. 50.
  18. Jeyaraj, W.J. (2016). “Modes of Interaction perceived by the Visually Challenged Sri Lankan University Undergraduates for Information Needs”. 2nd International Conference on Social Science and Humanities. Global Academic Research Institute.(GARI). Colombo. pp. 35
  19. Jeyaraj W.J. (2013). “Capacity Building of Library Professionals for Sustainable Knowledge Transfer in Developing Countries – with special reference to the Sri Lankan Context”. Asian Conference on the Social Sciences. (ACSS), Osaka, Japan. 06-09 June 2013. Pg. 49.
  20. Pratheepan T. Mirzania Haibat, Jeyaraj W.J. (2013). “Mapping Sri Lanka’s International Research Collaboration with Japan during 2000-2012”. Conference on ‘Sri Lanka-Japan Collaborative Research 2013 (SLJCR 2013) : Collaboration – A way forward for Research & Development. International Research Center, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka in collaboration with the Embassy of Japan in Sri Lanka. 29-31 March 2013. p. 90
  21. Jeyaraj W.J. (2012). “Designing Libraries based on factors that determine the existence of Libraries”. Indian Journal of Information Sources and Services. ISSN 2231-6094. Vol. 2. No. 1. 2012. pp. 71-74. http://www.trp.org.in/ issues/designing-libraries- based-on-factors-that- determine-the-existence-of- libraries
  22. Jeyaraj, W.J. (2012). “Scientometric Analysis of Library and Information Science Research output in Asian Countries”. Indian Journal of Information Sources and Services. ISSN 2231-6094.Vol. 2.No. 2. 2012. pp. 55-60.
  23. Pratheepan T. and Jeyaraj W.J. (2012). “Applications and Impacts of Emerging Technologies in Academic Libraries : A perspective Approach”. NILIS Symposium 2012. 22-23 Nov. 2012. Pp. 210-217.
  24. Jeyaraj, W.J. and Amasaveni N. (2011). “Scientometric Evaluation of research Output on Computer Communication”. Indian Journal of Information Sources and Services. ISSN 2231-6094.Vol. 1.No. 1. 2011. pp. 77-82.
  25. Jeyaraj, W.J. (2011). “Knowledge Management in the Educational Base” (in Tamil). “Cecilia Ragangal” the Journal of St.Cecilia’s Girls’ College, Batticaloa.2011.p. 84.
  26. Jeyaraj, W. J. (2010). “Measuring the Effectiveness of Information Services provided by the Eastern University, Sri Lanka”. First International Conference on ‘Information Management : Envisioning the Future Libraries (LIBER 2010). Rev. Jacob Memorial Christian College, Dindigul. Tamil Nadu. 07 – 08 October, 2010
  27. Jeyaraj, W.J. (2008). “Acclimatizing with a cosy Information Environment : Learning experiences through Singapore and Malaysia”. Achievers’ Colloquium 2009.University Librarians’ Association of Sri Lanka. 05 Oct. 2008. p. 4.
  28. Jeyaraj, W.J. (2008). “Base for Harvesting Knowledge” (in Tamil). Journal of the Batticaloa Local Government Authority. Special Issue, 2008. pp.01-07.
  29. Jeyaraj, W.J. (2008). “Christian Monastism : A Key to the Narrow Entrance” (in Tamil). Golden Jubilee Issue – 1958-2008. 50th Anniversary of the Christa Seva Ashram, Kiran. 2008. Pp. 39-51.
  30. Jeyaraj, W.J. (2006). “Strengthening of Performance Capacity of Library Staff”. Eastern University, Sri Lanka. Library. ISSN 22316094. Vol. 2. 2006. pp. 53-58.
  31. Jeyaraj, W.J. (2001). “Eastern University Library” (in Tamil). Virakesari Weekly Newspaper, 17.06.2001. p.18

Books published

  1. Title of the Book – ‘Introduction to Library and Information Management’
    • Author : W. J. Jeyaraj
    • Publisher : Kumaran Book House, Colombo – Chennai
    • Year of Publication – 2018
    • ISBN No. – 978-955-659-640-3
  2. Title of the Book – ‘Research Methodology in Social Sciences’
    • Authors : T. Pratheepan and W. J. Jeyaraj
    • Publisher : Kumaran Book House, Colombo – Chennai
    • Year of Publication – 2018
    • ISBN No. – 978-955-659-638-0
  3. Title of the Book – ‘Library Management’ (In Tamil)  Author : W. J. Jeyaraj
    • Publisher : Kumaran Book House, Colombo
    • Year of Publication – 2017
    • ISBN No. – 978-955-659-522-2
  4. Title of the Book – ‘Library Marketing Techniques’ (In Tamil)
    1. Author : W. J. Jeyaraj
    2. Publisher : Kumaran Book House, Colombo
    3. Year of Publication – 2017
    4. ISBN No. – 978-955-659-521-5

Research Interest

  1. Library Management.
  2. Library Marketing.
  3. Human Library.
  4. Research Analytics
  5. Library Digital Transformation

Teaching

  1. PhD Examiner in Library & Information Science – Periyar University, Selam, TamilNadu, South India. (From 2022 to date).
  2. Lecturer + Examiner + Research Supervisor + Viva Examiner (Physical & Online Modes) – Postgraduate Diploma in Library & Information Science 2019/20 – Batch III - Semester 2 - Conducted by the University of Jaffna. (2016, 2018 & 2020).
  3. Guest Lecturer - Master’s Degree Students in Library & Information Science – Periyar University, Salem. Tamil Nadu. India. (19-20 February, 2017).
  4. Visiting Lecturer + Paper Setter + Examiner – Diploma in Library and Information Science, Sri Lanka Library Association for the Levels 1, 2 & 3 (2002–2017).
  5. Visiting Lecturer + Paper Setter – PGDipLIS + 2nd Examiner – PGDipLIS Postgraduate Diploma in Library & Information Science. PGDipLIS 2012/13 - University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka.
  6. Visiting Lecturer + Paper Setter + Examiner in Library & Information Science for the Core Course Module OCC 3203 of the Faculty of Arts & Culture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka. (2010, 2013 & 2014).
  7. Visiting Lecturer in Library & Information Science – Post-Graduate Diploma in Education, National Institute of Education (NIE), Sri Lanka (2010/11).
  8. Research Supervisor for a Research on “Evaluation of the Computerized Library Management System of Eastern University, Sri Lanka” for the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Degree Programme, Faculty of Commerce & Management, Eastern University, Sri Lanka. (2009/10).

Awards

  1. Meritorious Service Award in recognition of the dedicated and meritorious service in the University System over a period of 25 years, Eastern University, Sri Lanka. 03 October, 2022.
  2. Merit Award – Awarded by the Vice Chancellors, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, in recognition of the commitment in the development of the University. (2006 & 2014)
  3. Associateship awarded for the Professional Distinction in the field of Library Science by the Sri Lanka Library Association. 2010.
  4. University Awards – Best Performance Award in Part II Examination in the Faculty of Arts, University of Jaffna for the academic year 1990/91.
  5. Batch Top Results in the Faculty of Arts, University of Jaffna. 1990.
  6. University Awards – Best Performance Award in Part III Examination in the Faculty of Arts, University of Jaffna for the academic year 1990/91.
  7. D. T. Niles Memorial Scholarships awarded by the Christian Theological Seminary of Sri Lanka and the Institute for Lay People. 1991/92 & 1992/93.

Positions Held

University Level

  1. Awarded in recognition of my distinguished services, Loyalty and Dedication by the Vice Chancellor and the Registrar. Eastern University, Sri Lanka (2006, 2014 and 2022).
  2. Committee Member – Internal Quality Assurance Unit, (IQAC), Eastern University, Sri Lanka (2017 todate).
  3. Committee Member – Senior Management Committee, Eastern University, Sri Lanka. (2011-2012 and 2017 todate).
  4. University Senate Member – Eastern University, Sri (2011-2012 and 2017 todate).
  5. Project Consultant – PLAN Sri Lanka Project – Memorandum of Understanding with the Eastern University, Sri Lanka. (2012).
  6. Committee Member – Preparation of Guidelines and Marking Scheme for Honorary Degrees for Doctor of Letter (D.Lett.) / Literature (D.Litt.) and Master of Letters (M.Lett.)/ Literature (M.Litt.) for the Eastern University, Sri Lanka, Trincomalee Campus and Swami Vipulanandha Institute of Aesthetic Studies (SVIAS). (2012).
  7. Editorial Advisory Board Member – ‘tzpf tpj;jpak;’– The Journal of Business Economics and Management Studies (JBEMS). Faculty of Commerce & Management, Eastern University, Sri Lanka (from 2019 todate)
  8. Editorial Advisory Board Member – MENTOR. The Journal of Business Studies. (JBS) ISBN 1800-1548. (from 2019 todate)
  9. Chief Editor. Official University Newsletter, Eastern University, Sri Lanka. (From 2022 todate).
  10. President - Senior Common Room Society (SCRS), Eastern University, Sri Lanka (2017-2019)
  11. Chairman - University Publications Committee, Eastern University, Sri Lanka (From 2021 todate).
  12. University Librarian, Eastern University, Sri Lanka. (From Nov. 2020 todate).
  13. Actg. University Librarian, Eastern University, Sri Lanka. (2017-Oct. 2020 and 2011-2012).
  14. Chairman – Library Quality Assurance Cell (LQAC), Eastern University, Sri Lanka. (From 2021 todate).
  15. Chair - International Research Symposium 2018 (LibSym2018) organized by the Library Network of the Eastern University, Sri Lanka. Hotel East Lagoon, Batticaloa. (10-11 August, 2018).
  16. Coordinator – Bylaws, (Senate Sub Committee), Eastern University, Sri Lanka (2011-2012).
  17. Chairman and the Organizing Committee Member/ Food and refreshment Committee - International Conference Eastern University (ICE) (2014).
  18. Coordinator/SDC – Staff Development Centre (SDC), Eastern University, Sri Lanka (2011-2014)
  19. Senate Sub Committee Member – General Convocations, Eastern University, Sri Lanka (2010, 2014 and 2016).
  20. Museum Committee Member – University Cultural Museum, Eastern University, Sri (2020-2021).
  21. Committee Member - Education and Research Committee, Gender Equity & Equality (GEE) Cell, Eastern University, Sri (2016 - 2018).
  22. Member – Project Monitoring Committee - Construction Eastern University, Sri Lanka. (2012–2015).
  23. Faculty Board Member (On invitation) – Faculty of Science, Eastern University, Sri Lanka (2012- 2014).
  24. Chairman. Technical Evaluation Committee (for Book Shelves), Eastern University, Sri Lanka. (2018)
  25. Research Paper Reviewer - International Conferences / Annual Research Sessions – Eastern University, Sri Lanka (2015-2016).
  26. Committee Member – Task Force for Proposal Writing on Flood Havoc –Eastern University, Sri Lanka for Vantharumoolai Premises, FHCS, SVIAS and Trincomalee Campus, Sri Lanka (2011).
  27. Committee Member – Panel of Proposal Writers for HETC Programme on Soft Skills, Eastern University, Sri Lanka (August 2010 to March 2011).
  28. Conference Organizing Committee Member – International Conferences, Eastern University, Sri Lanka. (2006, 2012, 2013 & 2014)
  29. Executive Committee Member – Eastern University Teachers’ Association. Eastern University, Sri Lanka (2010/2011).
  30. Coordinator for the Component of Students Learning Environment of the IRQUE Project (IBG 1), Eastern University, Sri Lanka. (2004-2009).
  31. Chairman – Board of Survey, Eastern University, Sri Lanka. 1998,1999,2000,2001 & 2002. (Survey Period – 10.04.2003 – 09.05.2003).
  32. Committee Member – Component – Soft Skills – In-Charge for the Sub Activity – Improving Adaptability Skills, University Development Grant (UDG), Higher Education for the Twenty-First Century (HETC) Project – Eastern University, Sri Lanka (2010/11)
  33. Exhibition Committee Member - ‘Silver Jubilee Celebration, Eastern University, Sri Lanka. (April - September 2006)
  34. Committee member – Technical Evaluation Committees, Eastern University, Sri Lanka. (2010 & 2011)
  35. Selection Committee Member. Recruitment and Promotion to the Post of Assistant Librarian, Senior Assistant Librarian Gr. I & II, Library Information Assistant. Gr. I., Library Attendant Gr. I. Book Binder, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, SVIAS and Trincomalee Campus, EUSL. (2011/12 & 2017 todate)
  36. Organizing Committee Member – Annual Research Session, Faculty of Arts & Culture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka (2011)
  37. In-Charge Librarian for Clients’ Services, Main Library, Eastern University, Sri Lanka. (1997 todate)
  38. In-Charge Librarian for e-Resources Unit, Main Library, Eastern University, Sri Lanka (2008-2010 & 2018-2022)
  39. Reviewer for the Research Abstracts / Full Papers - International Academic Conferences (2015 & 2016)
  40. Editor-in-Chief – Proceedings of the International Conference on Multidisciplinary Research (ICMR 2023), Eastern University, Sri Lanka (03-04 January 2023)
  41. Executive Committee Member – Eastern University Teachers’ Association– Eastern University, Sri Lanka (2010/2011).
  42. Visiting Lecturer – Post-Graduate Diploma in Library & Information Science University of Jaffna, Sri (from 15th Dec. 2012 to 30th June, 2013) and 2019/20 academic year

National Level

  1. Co-Chair (Overall Management) – International Conference on “Reinvigorating Libraries : Smart Responsiveness for Sustainability” Organized by the University Librarians Association of Sri Lanka (ICULA 2019). Hotel Mount Lavinia. Colombo. (09 September, 2019).
  2. Session Chair – Technical Session 2 – Library Research Symposium 2020 on “Rethinking of Library Services in the Knowledge Era” organized by the University of Colombo. (20 December 2021).
  3. Conference Steering Committee Member, Academic Committee, 2nd Virtual International Conference on Library & Information Science (Viclis 2022) on “Libraries as drivers for achieving Sustainable Development Goals 2030”, Sri Lanka Technological Campus. Research University. (25 October 2022)
  4. Co-Chair – International Research Conference on “Connecting People through Transformative Libraries”. Organized by the University Librarians Association of Sri Lanka (ICULA 2022) – (27 October, 2022).
  5. Member, Academic Committee, National Institute of Library and Information Science (NILIS), University of Colombo (2023 todate).
  6. President – University Librarians Association of Sri Lanka (2021/22)
  7. Member, Standing Committee on Library and Information Science (SCOLIS), University Grants Commission (UGC), Sri Lanka (15 2011 to 14 Dec. 2012 and 01 Oct. 2017 todate)
  8. Member, Board of Management, National Institute of Library and Information Science (NILIS), University of Colombo (2021 todate)
  9. Chair - International Research Symposia 2018 on ‘Re-Engineering Libraries to Align with the Emerging Trends in Education” organized by the Library Network of the Eastern University, Sri Lanka (09-10 August, 2018).
  10. General Secretary – University Librarians’ Association of Sri Lanka (ULA). (2006/07)
  11. In-Charge Public Relations & Training of the University Librarians Association of Sri Lanka.(ULA). (2010/11).
  12. Public Relations and Training Official - University Librarians Association of Sri Lanka (ULA) (2010/11)
  13. National Advisory Committee (NAC) Member of the 4th International Conference on Library and Information Management. ICLIM 2021. Organized by the Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya. (26 November, 2021)
  14. Editorial Board Member - official Journal of the University Librarians Association of Sri Lanka (JULA). Peer Reviewed Indexed Journal. (2017/18, 2018/19 & 2021/22)
  15. Paper Reviewer – Panel of Reviewers, ‘Sri Lanka Library Review’, Vol. 35(2) June ’21. Published by the Sri Lanka Library Association (2021)
  16. Consultant – Consultation assistance in automating the School Library at Karadiyanaru Maha Vidyalaya, Karadiyanaru. (2019).
  17. Paper Reviewer – International Research Conference 2019 on ‘Sustainable Business Transition through Technology and Innovation’. Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka. (07-09 February, 2019)
  18. Chairperson - Technical Session III on Public Libraries - International Conference of the Sri Lanka Library Association (NACLIS), 2019. Sri Lanka Foundation. Colombo. (27 June, 2019).
  19. Project Lead & Consultant – School Library Automation. St. Cecilia’s Girls’ College, (National School), Batticaloa. (Launched on 10.05.2017).
  20. Chairperson - Technical Session on “Understanding user needs and Information Seeking Behaviour”, International Conference of the University Librarians Association of Sri Lanka (ICULA 2018). Golden Rose Hotel, Boralesgamuwa. (20 September 2018)
  21. General Secretary – School Development Society (SDS) of St. Cecilia’s Girls’ College (National School), Batticaloa. Sri Lanka. (03 Consecutive Years from 30.03.2013 – 15.07.2016)
  22. Course Center Coordinator – Diploma in Library & Information Science (DIPLIS) - Sri Lanka Library Association. (05 consecutive years from 01.10.2011 – 31.12.2016).
  23. Paper Reviewer – 25th Annual Sessions of Jaffna Science Association (JSA 2018). Jaffna Science Association, Jaffna. (2018)
  24. Paper Reviewer – 8th International Symposium (IntSym 2018) on ‘Innovative Multidisciplinary Research for Green Development’. South Eastern University of Sri Lanka. (17-18 December, 2018)
  25. Conference Rapporteur – International Conference on Information for Sustainable Development : Challenges and Opportunities. University of Kelaniya. (21-22 October, 2016)
  26. SLLA Academic Libraries Group Member - Sri Lanka Library Association (2016/17)
  27. SLLA Curriculum Revision Committee Member, Sri Lanka Library Association (2016/17)
  28. SLLA Convener of the Sub Committee for recommending solutions for issues with facilities available at course centers, Sri Lanka Library Association (2016/17).
  29. Referee Panel Member – Annual Research Session – 2016 (ARSULA). University Librarians Association of Sri Lanka (ULA). University of Jaffna. Sri Lanka. (2016)
  30. Paper Reviewer – ULA Academic Sessions – 2014 on ‘Information Literacy for Moving to Mastery’. University Librarians Association of Sri Lanka (ULA). University of Ruhuna, Matara. (06 February, 2015).
  31. SLLA Professional Group Member – Academic Libraries Group - Sri Lanka Library Association. (2015/16).
  32. SLLA Regular Committee Member – Education Committee - Sri Lanka Library Association (2013/14).
  33. Conference Organizing Committee Member. 7th International Conference of the University Librarians Association of Sri Lanka on “Contribution of the Academic Librarians towards a Knowledge Society”. Galadari Hotel, Colombo. 16 – 17 August, 2011.
  34. Conference Rapporteur - 6th International Conference 2010 on University Librarianship : An Academic Challenge & an opportunity - Technical Session : Part V – Teaching and Learning in Library & Information Sciences - University Librarians Association of Sri Lanka at Hotel Continental, (14 – 15 July, 2010).
  35. Reviewer of the Journal - Journal of the University Librarians Association of Sri Lanka (JULA), Peer Reviewed Indexed Journal, Published by the University    Librarians Association of Sri Lanka – 2010/11.  
  36. Advisory Board Member - Public Library, Batticaloa (2002 & 2010).
  37. Member – Board of Management – Christa Seva Ashram, Kiran. Sri Lanka (2022 todate).
  38. Executive Committee Member – University Librarians’ Association of Sri Lanka (2004/05 & 2005/06).

International Level

  1. Senior Reviewer for the Conference Papers – The European Conference on Literature and Librarianship 2014 (LibEuro). The International Academic Forum. Brighton. United Kingdom. (17 July, 2014).
  2. Resource Professional – International Seminar on the Role of Libraries in Education – St. Ann’s College of Arts and Science, Tindivanam. Tamil Nadu. India, (21 February, 2017).
  3. Keynote Speaker + Resource Person - International Empowerment Programme 2017 for the working Librarians in the Districts of Salem, Namakkal, Karur, Dharmapuri, Krishnagiri, Erode, Tiruppur, Kovai and Neelagiri. Periyar University, Salem. Tamil Nadu. India. (17 February, 2017).
  4. Conference Rapporteur – International Conference (LIBER 2010) on ‘Information Management : Envisioning the Future Libraries’. – Rev. Jacob Christian College, Dindigul. Tamil Nadu. India. (07-08 October, 2010).