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 250 words, for consideration in this
distinguished event, scheduled to take place on the 21st and 22nd of June 2025 at 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): 15th February 2025
Notification of Acceptance: 28th February 2025
Full Paper Submission (3000-3500 words): 15th March 2025
Fonts: Times New Roman / FMAbhaya
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Registration: Free for Paper Presenters
Local hospitality, including food, lodging, transport, etc., 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 Welitita +94712163120
Dr. Rathnasiri Rathnayaka +94776544930