IRCHSS 2025: Advancing Sustainable Development Research in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

The International Research Conference on Humanities and Social Sciences (IRCHSS) 2025 was successfully held on March 19th and 20th, 2025, at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka. Organized by the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, this esteemed academic gathering served as a dynamic platform for scholars, researchers, and professionals from diverse disciplines to explore the intersection of sustainable development and artificial intelligence.

The conference featured a series of thought-provoking discussions, cutting-edge research presentations, and interdisciplinary dialogues, fostering collaboration among global experts dedicated to addressing contemporary societal challenges.

Distinguished Speakers & Leadership

• Vice-chancellor Senior Professor Pathmalal M. Manage
• Dean FHSS: Professor Shirantha Heenkenda  
• Guest of Honor: Dr. Bina Gandi, Deputy Director, SAARC Cultural Center
• Keynote Speaker: Professor Dr. Walter Leal, a renowned authority in sustainability and climate change research
• Plenary Session Speaker: Professor Dr. K. Sashikumar, an expert in artificial intelligence and its socio-economic implications
• Conference Chair: Prof. Asha Fernando
• Conference Secretary: Dr. Kaushalya Hewawasam

IRCHSS 2025 reaffirmed the University of Sri Jayewardenepura’s commitment to advancing humanities and social sciences research, addressing the evolving challenges of the digital age, and fostering intellectual exchange for a sustainable future.