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Strengthening Digital Journalism: Media Law Forum Trains ‘News Center’ on Election Reporting

On April 29, 2025, the Media Law Forum conducted a specialized information session for News Center, one of Sri Lanka’s most trusted and influential digital news platforms. The session was designed to address the evolving challenges faced by digital-first media in applying the revised election media guidelines for the 2025

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Join the Discussion on the Online Safety Act

Join the Discussion on the Online Safety Act! The Media Law Forum invites you to an insightful Zoom webinar analyzing the current functioning and implementation of the Online Safety Act. Expert Speakers: President’s Counsel Jagath Wickramanayake AAL Lakshan Dias *Date: March 25, 2025* *Time: 07:00 PM (Colombo)* Join the Zoom

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University Students and Information Literacy: An Insightful Panel Discussion

An enlightening panel discussion on “University Students and Information Literacy” was held at the University of Colombo on October 28, 2024. The event featured key speakers, including Viranjana Herath, Chairperson of Media Law Forum; Dr. Pavithra Jayawardena, Senior Lecturer in the Department of International Relations at the University of Colombo;

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Media Law Forum Hosts Workshop on Online Safety Act in Kandy

From July 6th to July 7th, 2024, the Media Law Forum held its fourth two-day residential workshop at The Grand Kandyan Hotel in Kandy. This event served as a crucial platform for media professionals and lawyers to explore the complexities of the Online Safety Act. The workshop’s first day comprised

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Media Law Forum Explores Lawyers’ Role Under New Online Safety Act

The Media Law Forum recently hosted an event titled “The Role of Lawyers in the Face of the Online Safety Act” on July 4, 2024, at the Grand Oriental Hotel in Colombo, funded by the European Union. Chairperson AAL Viranjana Herath and Director of Operations AAL Prabodha Rathnayake addressed key

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Media Law Forum Hosts Workshop on Online Safety Act in Galle

Media Law Forum’s Third Workshop Explores Online Safety Act Gathering at the Araliya Beach Resort & Spa – Unawatuna from June 29th to June 30th, 2024, the Media Law Forum hosted its third two-day residential workshop, serving as a pivotal platform for media actors and lawyers to delve into the

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Legal Awareness Workshop on Media Laws and Regulations at Uva Community Radio

On April 24, 2024, the Media Law Forum hosted a comprehensive workshop focusing on the legal intricacies impacting journalism, within the premises of Uva Community Radio. This significant event garnered participation from both the dedicated staff of Uva Community Radio and eager students enrolled in the esteemed Media course offered

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Awareness program on the Online Safety Act for lawyers

Media Law Forum organized an Awareness Program on the Online Safety Act tailored for lawyers, which took place on the 3rd of April 2024, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Galle Face Hotel. The event featured esteemed resource persons who brought invaluable expertise to the discussions: President Counsel

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Discussion Forum on Online Safety Act and Role of Media Activists

The Media Law Forum’s discussion on March 12, 2024, at the Foundation Institute in Colombo addressed critical aspects of the Online Safety Act and the evolving role of social media activists within this legal framework. Prominent legal figures such as RTI Commissioner AAL Jagath Liyana Arachchi, AAL Jayantha Dehiattage, and

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