”

My leadership journey through

AIESEC has been almost 5 years and

half, now being at the verge of stepping

into the corporate world, I realize how

powerful this experience has been and to what sort

of a person it has molded me into. This will be true

to every single person who consciously lives the

AIESEC experience.

Any AIESECer would stand out because we are a set

of people who work to create ‘peace and fulfillment

of humankind’s potential’, a cause which is greater

than any of us but who believes in it

wholeheartedly throughout life. AIESECers are

highly disciplined individuals who have been

fostered to achieve challenging goals within a set of

values and ethics while being conscious to

genuinely care about others’ experiences without

expecting anything in return. Any AIESECer who

joins an organization would connect with the

company’s vision, live its values while doing day to

operations and be very conscious about how every

penny earned and spent by the company serves the

community as well. Through the many interactions I

have had throughout my AIESEC career, there is a

key difference that I perceive between most

corporate personalities and AIESECers. Corporates

want to do something back to society, but this is

because of the guilt they carry for not contributing

back. With AIESECers it is the complete opposite,

wherein they believe in the change they want to

create in society and work for it.

Sri Lanka is a country which is aiming at a steady

development in years to come and it needs people

who are passionate and possess

sound leadership skills.

During the term 14-15

we have done 731

student

exchanges. These are direct experiences, and all the

foreign students who have taken part in our

projects have become ambassadors of Sri Lanka.

Considering all the macro and micro experiences we

have delivered, it is a massive impact within a year.

AIESEC in Sri Lanka should grow and expand into

other Universities in the country and provide global

exposure for youth who are poised to lead the

country in the coming decade.

We started the term with a lot of uncertainty but

due to untiring efforts of the leadership body and

the membership of AIESEC in Sri Lanka, we were

able to overcome many challenges. “Leading

change” was one of the conscious decisions we took

as an entity. There are many reputed organizations

which I have seen struggle to manage change, but in

AIESEC, we have been very transparent, had good

communication and were inclusive when driving the

change. I believe “Leading change” and being

conscious about the “legacy” we wanted to leave

behind were the key drivers behind the success we

had. We, as an entity, were also very conscious

about the sustainability of operations in years to

come, thus every decision we took, it was not for

the mere benefit for the term 14-15 but for the

future of AIESEC. Finally, I would like to wish AIESEC

in Sri Lanka all the very best for the term 15-16.

Truly

THARIDHA

who are passionate and possess sound leadership

skills. During the term 14-15 we have done 731

student

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AIESEC Globally

AIESEC is a global platform for young people to explore and develop their leadership potential. Being a non-

political, independent, not-for-profit organization run by students and recent graduates of institutions of higher

education, its members are interested in world issues, leadership and management. AIESEC does not

discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion or national / social origin.

The organization spans 126 countries and territories and every aspect of AIESEC’s operations are managed by

students and recent graduates. Since its inception in 1948, it has engaged and developed over 1,000,000 young

people who have been through AIESEC experiences. The impact of our organization can be seen through alumni

who represent business, NGO and world politics, including Nobel Peace Prize laureate, Martti Ahtisaari of

Finland.

AIESEC is currently present in 126 countries and territories with a membership over 70,000, a representation in

over 2400 Universities, over 1500 partners and over 40,000 internship opportunities yearly.

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GLOBALLY

AIESEC in Sri Lanka was started in 1995 along with AIESEC’s International Congress which was held in Sri Lanka

with a delegation over 700 to discuss about youth leadership development under the theme “Dare to Dream”.

Later, in the year 2000, AIESEC in Sri Lanka hosted the Asia Pacific Leadership Development Conference and in

2004, the International Presidents’ Meeting with the representation of country presidents from 80 member

entities of AIESEC.

The first local chapter was established in University of Moratuwa. Later, AIESEC in Sri Lanka was expanded to

Universities of Kelaniya, Sri Jayewardenepura and Colombo. Currently, AIESEC is present in University of

Peradeniya, Informatics Institute of Technology (IIT) and Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT)

along with the above-mentioned four state Universities. AIESEC in Sri Lanka is expanding to University of Ruhuna

and is in the initial stage of introducing to University of Vocational Technology (UNIVOTEC).

Over the 20 years of existence, AIESEC in Sri Lanka has created as many as over 2400 exchange opportunities for

youth across the world through the above-mentioned Universities and has developed individuals who are in the

forefront across diverse sectors.

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Team Member Programme offers youth the opportunity

to work in a team. Different teams are created to run

Global Community Development projects, Global

Internship Programme, to organize events and

conferences. Any member can apply for the opportunity

and once he/she is being interviewed, he/she will be

selected for the team.

Team Leader Programme offers you the opportunity to

lead teams which are formed to carry out projects,

conferences and programmes. All the executive board

level positions at University and National levels are

team leader opportunities.

This programme offers youth the opportunity to volunteer abroad. The programme aims at providing an

opportunity for youth to step out of their comfort zone, to work on a social cause for a short duration. Different

AIESEC entities in the world partner with organizations to offer GCDP volunteer opportunities and organize

projects.

This programme offers you the opportunity to have academic to professional transition through undergoing an

internship with a company in any country which has partnered with AIESEC. These internships span from 6 - 78

weeks. AIESEC entities in different countries/territories partner with organizations to create these opportunities

for students.

Team

Programme

Programme

Programme

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AIESEC in Sri Lanka’s Board of Advisory group consist of four board members. The National Committee of AIESEC

in Sri Lanka is accountable for the board of advisors. For the term 2014-15, quarterly board meetings were held,

presenting the progress of the entity and future initiatives to the BoA. AIESEC in Sri Lanka is thankful for the

commitment and guidance of the board members.

I am proud to be on the Board of Advisers of AIESEC Sri Lanka and be part of

initiatives that give youth in Sri Lanka and overseas the opportunity to be change

agents who are smart, responsible and entrepreneurial leaders - ready to be

employable not just in Sri Lanka, but on a global scale.

I would like to congratulate the outgoing member committee on the great strides

made in all initiatives – specially the Global Internship Programme and Global

Community Development Programme in terms of standardization of process and

development of training modules.

In addition, I would like to wish the incoming member committee all the best for a

very successful year and I’m sure they will take AIESEC Sri Lanka to the next level –

with greater number of international exchanges and partnerships in order to expose

more youth to the AIESEC international learning environment

AIESEC is a perfect platform for young undergraduates to hone their leadership skills

and to experience cross cultural exposure through global internship program. AIESEC

exposure gives the individual to discover their true potential and gear them for the

world of work and to make a meaningful contribution to the society

This is my first tenure as a member of the BoA and it gave me an opportunity to meet

the young AIESECers for the first time so closely. I was happy to witness the 'can do

spirit' of the President Tharidha and his able team in achieving the end objective no

matter what the obstacles that came their way especially the student exchange visa

issue.

There is so much positive energy and commitment with the team AIESEC, the real

test is what you can do with this energyto make a lasting impact to the society.

AIESEC should aspire to be a group of leaders who will rise up in the universities to be

the change agents and stand out from the crowd. AIESEC should actively get involved

in building a bridge between industries, institutes and universities.

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AIESEC is an amazing organization that is run by its members for its members focusing on leadership development.

My experience has been good during the year as its leadership has kept me and the other members of the board of advisors apprised regularly on their activities.

Their track record has proven that they have consistently produced members who are sought after by prospective employers because of their leadership skills. We should try to produce more leaders who will take ownership and responsibility in their places of work. AIESEC should work on this to realize its full potential. "

It is with great pride that I congratulate AIESEC in Sri Lanka for what it has achieved in the past year. I am happy to see how you have overcome challenges that came your way. AIESEC has a lot to offer for the youth of Sri Lanka and the world, and I hope the organization will keep its torch burning bright for years to come.

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National Executive Board of AIESEC in Sri Lanka held the office from July 1st, 2014 to June 30th, 2015 as the Board of Directors of AIESEC (Ltd). Executive Director: Mr. Tharidha Muhandiramge Director – Business Development: Ms. Marion Wambui Director – Communications: Mr. Udayanga Weerarathne Director – Finance: Mr. Ashan Srilal Director – Information Management: Ms. Bhagya Awanthie Director – Global Community Development Programme: Mr. Samith Siriwardana Director – Global Internship Programme: Mr. Charitha Lokuge Director – Global Internship Programme: Mr. Panchal Abeysinghe Director – Organizational Development: Mr. Ravipriya Bandara Director – Outgoing Exchange: Mr. Thanura Manamperi Director – Talent Management: Mr. Poorna Molligoda Local Committee President – Colombo Central: Mr. Rajitha Amarasinghe Local Committee President (Interim) – Colombo North: Mr. Sohan Wijegunawardhana Local Committee President – Colombo South: Mr. Danula Eranjith Local Committee President – Jayewardenepura: Mr. Shamlin Meedin

14-15

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Exchange

0

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IGCDP IGIP OGCDP OGIP

13-14

14-15

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The term 14-15 marked an exchange number of 59 in oGCDP, resulting in an absolute growth of 7 and a relative

growth of 13.46%. Successful initiatives for the term included Global Citizen Promotional Campaign (described in

Chapter 7), development of the standard operating procedure, training modules and the partnership with

National Youth Services Council (to be delivered in the upcoming term). Operations were done in six external

entities, namely Colombo International Nautical & Engineering College (CINEC), National Institute of Social

Development (NISD), National School of Business Management (NSBM), American National College (ANC), Royal

Institute (RI) and Northshore College of Business & Technology.

Local students engaged in community development projects in 9 countries with the main partners being

Malaysia, Vietnam, India, Thailand and Poland.

Though not being a focus programme in the term, 9 realizations were done in oGIP, with an absolute growth of

8 and a relative growth of 800%. These 9 opportunities for professional internships were created in United

Kingdom, Germany, India, Malaysia, Colombia and Lithuania.

Programme

Programme

Outgoing

Programme

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Being the highest performing programme in AIESEC in Sri Lanka for the past 3-4 years, iGCDP retained its status

in 14-15 term as well, with 636 exchanges, marking in an absolute growth of 88 and a relative growth of 16.06%.

It should be noted that this performance was despite the summer peak not being fully utilized due to the visa

constraints AIESEC in Sri Lanka had.

AIESEC in Sri Lanka was recognized internationally due to the exchange growth achieved during the latter 6

months of the term. Entity partnerships were given a higher prominence in the term, thus partnerships were

established and successfully delivered with Mainland of China, Taiwan, Germany, United Kingdom, Vietnam,

Russia and Ukraine. Over 400 exchanges were delivered with these entity partnerships with the potential of up

scaling in the coming term. Some other key initiatives in the term include successful collaboration with National

Youth Services Council, GCDP summit, BD summit, process standardization and incoming preparation seminars

being conducted at local committee level. (Please refer projects for more information.)

The exchange number of 27 in iGIP resulted in a decline of 30 exchanges with the growth figure being

mentioned as -52.63% with respect to the past term. This was largely due to the visa constraints existent from

April 2014 to June 2015. Nevertheless, the term ended in a positive note, resolving the visa issue with the

collaboration of Department of Immigration & Emigration and the Ministry of Higher Education. 1 National

Exchange Partnership (Exotic Global Holidays) was raised and delivered by AIESEC in Colombo South, while the

partnership with Radicalz (Pvt) Ltd is aimed to be delivered with the resolving of visa issue. 1 Entity partnership

was established with Mainland of China to deliver the national exchange partnership mentioned above. Process

standardization with the integration of expand S&S and legal consultation on exchange-related documents were

done during the term.

Incoming

Programme

Programme

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In any organization, it is vital to see the standardization of process along with the organizational growth. A

project was launched to standardize the operating procedures of each function. We have successfully

standardized the front office functions which helped in improving the productivity of operations.

‘Be Sri Lankan’ was a brand which was being used by AIESEC in Sri Lanka from the term 13-14, being the brand

AIESEC in Sri Lanka is looking forward to build. A comprehensive guide was developed on how to use the ‘Be Sri

Lankan’ brand and sessions were delivered at the IM & Comm manifest to educate all members working under

IM & Comm. The long term ambition of this campaign is to spread awareness about AIESEC in Sri Lanka and Sri

Lanka (as a country) throughout the AIESEC network through widening our virtual reach.

AIESEC in Sri Lanka has been growing in exchange numbers quite rapidly during the past few years. Talent

Management and development is a key part of AIESEC in Sri Lanka when taking the growth into consideration

and, since the quality of the experience is of utmost importance. Over the years, it has been a challenge to

execute talent management processes due to lack of HR business Intelligence.

Through the TXP evolution project this term, we were able standardize the TM processes, helping to gather the

necessary HR Business Intelligence needed for AIESEC in Sri Lanka to make more informative decision-making in

future. Education materials and cycles were developed for all the exchange and back office functions.

HR Business

Intelligence

Talent

Planning

Talent

Recruitment

Reallocation

Team

Preparation

Team Environment Management

R&R

Projects

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Held on August 31st, 2014 at University of Colombo, this was organized with the aim of providing the operational

knowledge and the adaptation to the new customer flow with regard to the function at team leader and team

member levels. Approximately 30 team members and team leaders took part in the event, which was facilitated

by the iGIP leadership body of AIESEC in Sri Lanka.

AIESEC alumnus Mr. Thilina Fonseka chaired the event while AIESEC alumni Mr. Samantha Karandagoda, Mr.

Akila Ramanayaka, Mr. Ashan Jenabdeen and Mr. Lividul Witharana being external resource personnel for the

sessions.

With the objectives of planning operations for the upcoming exchange peaks and sharing the good case

practices among entities, two such events were held in October 2014 and April 2015, targeting the winter and

summer peaks respectively. This was facilitated by the iGCDP leadership body and one of the summits was

chaired by Ms. Venus Wang, representing the national committee of AIESEC in Mainland of China.

Held from October 22nd to 25th, 2014 in MIMT, Thulhiriya, this conference had a participation of over 200

delegates from 4 local committees and 4 expansion entities. The main objectives of the conference were to

introduce and implant Gen2015 behaviours, to introduce new customer flow and adapt it in operations with GIS

(Global Information Systems), strategy delivery and creation of ground level action plans. In addition to that,

LEAD sessions were delivered to delegates, facilitated by externals Ms. Shyam Hettiarachchi, Mr. Dilum Caldera

and Mr. Jayantha Perera. National Excellence Awards were presented during the conference to felicitate the

achievements of the 13/14 leadership term.

Ms. Jackie Wamucci, a former President of AIESEC in Tanzania was the chairperson of the conference.

Leadership

Development

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Aiming the winter exchange peak, intern conferences were delivered at local committee level as Incoming

Preparation Seminars for the exchange participants. 3 intern conferences were held at Universities of Kelaniya,

Sri Jayewardenepura and Moratuwa, the latter being co-delivered by Colombo Central and Colombo South local

committees. The events were facilitated by the National executive board, along with the iGCDP leadership body.

Showcasing cultures of over 10 nationalities and the participation of over 200 exchange participants, this event

took place on February 6th, 2015 at Viharamahadevi Open Theatre, Colombo. This has been the main PR event of

AIESEC in Sri Lanka, targeting the winter exchange peak.

Held on February 7th and 8th, 2015, this event was conducted with the objectives of giving a proper

understanding about BD policies and processes, aligning and packaging GCDP projects and positioning AIESEC’s

projects among corporates as sustainable and socially impactful ones.

This was chaired by AIESEC alumnus Mr. Akila Ramanayaka and had a delegation consisting of local committee

presidents and elects, vice presidents for Business Development and Global Community Development

Programme.

Being the second national conference of the annual events calendar, NatCon 2015 was held from April 24th to

27th, 2015 at Sarvodaya Training Centre, Bandaragama. The conference was attended by over 100 delegates at

team leader, elect EB and current EB levels. This was conducted with the aims of creating a proper transition and

preparation for the coming term (for elect EBs) / summer peak (for TLs) and creating a discussion on how AIESEC

in Sri Lanka needs to head to the future. Continuation of the LEAD sessions at NLDS 2014 was also part of the

conference. Two sessions were facilitated by Ms. Shyam Hettiarachchi and Mr. Vidura Ralapanawe.

Mr. Deepa Khatri, Asia Pacific Co-ordinator of AIESEC International for the term 12/13 chaired the conference.

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Aimed with delivering the transition at the national executive board level, this was held from May 22nd to 24th,

2015 at Negombo. AIESEC alumnus Mr. Inas Jenabdeen chaired the conference. Rather than the delivery of

sessions, one could observe the occurrence of discussions on how AIESEC in Sri Lanka and its local chapters

shape their strategies for the upcoming term. This marks the first time AIESEC in Sri Lanka holding an MC – MCe

transition conference.

I

Integrating aspects of Information Management as well as Communications, IM & Comm Manifest was held on

May 31st, 2015 at University of Sri Jayewardenepura premises. Over 30 members, team leaders and elect EB

members were present for the program.

The delegation went through sessions, helping them to understand about vital functions of EXPA, national as

well as international marketing campaigns, importance of internal communication and functional relevance in

the LC environment.

The program was facilitated by current and elect National Executive Boards, in collaboration with current LCVP

IM & Comm.s

Integrating aspects of Information Management as well as Communications, IM & Comm Manifest was held

on May 31st, 2015 at University of Sri Jayewardenepura premises. Over 30 members, team leaders and elect

EB members were present for the program.

The delegation went through sessions, helping them to understand about vital functions of EXPA, national as

well as international marketing campaigns, importance of internal communication and functional relevance in

the LC environment.

The program was facilitated by current and elect National Executive Boards, in collaboration with current

LCVP IM & Comm.s

Aimed with delivering the transition at the national executive board level, this was held from May 22nd to 24th,

2015 at Negombo. AIESEC alumnus Mr. Inas Jenabdeen chaired the conference. Rather than the delivery of

sessions, one could observe the occurrence of discussions on how AIESEC in Sri Lanka and its local chapters

shape their strategies for the upcoming term. This marks the first time AIESEC in Sri Lanka holding an MC –

MCe transition conference.

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Year Ended 30th June

2015 LKR

2014 LKR

Revenue 10,153,957 8,810,518

Direct Cost (6,645,529) (3,758,948)

Gross Profit 3,508,428 5,051,570

Administrative Expenses (3,227,068) (3,516,667)

Operating Profit 281,360 1,534,903

Finance Costs (14,530) (15,540)

Finance Income 32,931 30,268

Income Over Expenditure 299,761 1,549,631

Financial Report

AIESEC in Sri Lanka

JUNE 2015 30 th

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As at 30th June

2015 LKR

2014 LKR

Assets

Non-Current Assets

Property Plant and Equipment 32,934 62,786

32,934 62,786

Current Assets

Trade & other Receivables 284,000 428,250

Deposit & Pre Payments 6,284 -

Cash and Cash equivalent 6,273,311 5,318,563

6,563,595 5,746,813

Total Assets 6,596,529 5,809,599

Reserves and Liabilities

Accumulated funds 3,748,027 3,451,312

Restricted funds 2,798,502 2,125,620

Total Equity 6,546,529 5,576,932

Liabilities

Current Liabilities

Trade and other Payables 50,000 232,667

50,000 232,667

Total Liabilities 50,000 232,667

Total Equity and Liabilities 6,596,529 5,809,599

AIESEC in Sri Lanka

JUNE 2015 30 th

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The election for the Executive Director of AIESEC in Sri Lanka for the term 15-16 was held on January 11th, 2015

at Helpage Sri Lanka, Nugegoda. Out of the 4 candidates for the position, Mr. Samith Siriwardhana was elected.

The elections and selections process for Board of Directors of AIESEC in Sri Lanka was held in 4 rounds, spanning from February 2015 to May 2015.

Executive Director: Mr. Samith Siriwardhana

Director – Business Development: Mr. Danula Eranjith

Director – Expansions Development: Ms. Ruwini Rajasooriya

Director – Finance: Mr. Janith Dushyantha

Director – Information Management & Communications: Ms. Pulani Ranasinghe

Director – Global Community Development Programme: Mr. Piumal Tennakoon

Director – Global Community Development Programme: Mr. Shifan Mihilar

Director – Global Internship Programme: Mr. Kaveen Muhandiramge

Director – Marketing: Mr. Januka Wijesinghe

Director – Outgoing Exchange: Mr. Dananjaya Weerawansha

Director – Talent Management: Ms. Thimali Yasoda

Local Committee President – Colombo Central: Mr. Kaneru Godagama

Local Committee President – Colombo North: Mr. Sohan Wijegunawardhana

Local Committee President – Colombo South: Mr. Dehan Vithana

Local Committee President – Jayewardenepura: Mr. Kalpa Nallahandi

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For the term 14/15, AIESEC in Sri Lanka have had three successful national events. That is: NLDS 2014, which had

about 300 delegations of members from all four LCs, CC, and CN, JLC and CS as well as the expansions:

Peradinyia, Ruhuna, SLIIT and IIT. Global Village 2015 event that was able to reach out 350+ students and

Natcon 2015 in which we had both the incoming and out-going leadership bodies in the LCs and expansions in

attendance to prepare for the next term.

Our most prominent partners this term at both national and local events were:

Fonterra Lanka as the platinum sponsor for the NLDS conference and LC events

Millennium IT as the platinum sponsor for the Natcon 2015 conference and LC events

Virtusa who have also contributed to support the LC events

Brandix who have worked to support the LC events

The Sunday times who have contributed to marketing and PR partners at national and LC event

initiatives.

Radicalz (Pvt) Ltd and Exotic Global Holidays for being National Partners under exchange programmes.

Without them, it would not be possible to successfully carry out these events and initiatives. We would like to

extend our gratitude and hope the partnership between AIESEC in Sri Lanka and these organizations continues

to grow for generations to come.

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Alumni of AIESEC in Sri Lanka contributed immensely towards the growth of the organization.

Namely they were very helpful during NLDS, Business Development Summit, and National

Transition.

We would like to extend our thanks to the board members of the Board of Advisors of AIESEC in Sri

Lanka.

University Staff Advisors

o Lt.Col. Dr. Chandana Gamage (University of Moratuwa)

o Dr. Sudantha Liyanage (University of Sri Jayawardenapura)

o Dr. Mayumi Wijesinghe (University of Colombo)

o Dr. Upamali Amarakoon (University of Kelaniya)

National Youth Services Council, Department of Immigration & Emigration, Sri Lanka Tourism

Development Authority, Ministries of Youth Affairs & Skills Development, Industry & Commerce and

Higher Education.

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