Successful Workshop on “Educating Youth on Taxation” Empowers Students at FMF
The Faculty of Management and Finance (FMF), University of Colombo, successfully hosted an insightful educational programme titled “Educating Youth on Taxation” on October 2, 2025. Organized by the Committee for Research, Knowledge Mobilization and Taxation (RKMT) of the International Chamber of Commerce Sri Lanka (ICCSL), the workshop aimed to raise awareness among young people—the future taxpayers of our nation—and equip them with the knowledge to become informed and responsible citizens contributing to Sri Lanka’s economic future.
This timely initiative brought together over [insert approximate attendance if known] students, faculty, and industry experts for an engaging session focused on tax literacy, compliance, and civic responsibilities. The event underscored the vital role of youth in fostering a transparent and robust economic ecosystem.
Key Resource Persons
The workshop featured distinguished speakers who shared their expertise:
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Ms. Rifka Ziyard – Principal of Tax and Regulatory, KPMG; Member, RKMT
Delivered insights on the application of tax procedures, legal content, and compliance matters. -
Mr. V. Shakthiwel – Partner, Tax Services, Ernst & Young
Explored key tax principles, practical knowledge, tax registration, and TIN application processes. -
Dr. Nadee Dissanayake – Chairperson, RKMT, ICCSL
Highlighted taxpayer rights and obligations, emphasizing ethical and legal frameworks.
Participants engaged in interactive discussions, gaining practical tools to navigate taxation in personal and professional contexts. The session was met with enthusiastic feedback, highlighting its relevance to current economic challenges and the need for financial literacy among the youth.
The Faculty of Management and Finance extends its sincere gratitude to the RKMT Committee of ICCSL for their collaboration and to the resource persons for their invaluable contributions. This partnership exemplifies FMF’s commitment to bridging academia with industry, preparing students for real-world impact.
