Call for Abstracts: International Conference on Buddhism and Modernity - 2025

With great honor and earnestness, we extend an invitation to you to participate in the International Conference marking the Golden Jubilee - the 50th Anniversary of the Postgraduate Institute of Pali and Buddhist Studies (PGIPBS), University of Kelaniya.

We invite you to submit an ABSTRACT, not exceeding 300 words, for consideration in this distinguished event, scheduled to take place on the 21^st and 22^nd of June 2025 at the PGIPBS. This conference promises to provide an exceptional platform for the exchange of scholarly discourse and the enrichment of academic insights.

Sub themes: Buddhism and Wellbeing, Buddhism and Peace, Buddhism and Mindfulness, Buddhism and Sustainable Development, Buddhism and Gender Issues, Buddhist Scriptural Languages and Literature

Medium: English / Sinhala

Abstract Submission Deadline (250 – 300 words):   15^th February 2025

Notification of Acceptance                                     :   28^th February 2025

Full Paper Submission (3000-3500 words)          :    15^th March 2025

Fonts: Times New Roman / FMAbhaya

Email your ABSTRACT / Full Paper                    :  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

For Further Details                                                : https://pgipbs.kln.ac.lk

Registration: Free for Paper Presenters

Local hospitality, including food, lodging and transport will be provided for foreign delegates.

Advisor

Ven. Senior Professor (Chair) Medawachchiye Dhammajothi

Director- PGIPBS

Conference Chair

Prof. Wasantha Priyadarshana            +94718955721

Conference Secretaries

Prof. Deshapriya Gunasena                +94718028653

Rev. Dr. Wadinagala Pannaloka         +94711134120

Dr. Ashoka Welitota                           +94712163120

Dr. Rathnasiri Rathnayaka                  +94776544930