Health Promotion Society

Health promotion society was established in 2011 to facilitate overall development of undergraduates through participation in diverse extra-curricular activities under the supervision of Head, Department. Students take the lead in organizing various events and activities to improve social interaction between students and staff of the faculty. Currently there are 87 memberships and they are actively engaged in extracurricular activities to improve social interactions between students and staff of the faculty.

The Department facilitates student welfare services through this society and range of regular events such as organizing exhibitions, workshops, multicultural events (i.e. under the moon entertainment program), charity shops, language programs (i.e. I-TALK), etc. Health Promotion Society is the one of active students societies in the faculty.

Office Bearers 2022

**Senior Treasurer**
Mrs. Parween Reyal
Lecturer

**Vice President**
Mr. Ravindu Gunarathna

**Committee Member – 4th Year** Ms. Harshani Thennakoon

**Committee Member – 3rd Year** Mr. Atheek Rahamathullah

**Committee Member – 4th Year** Ms. Maneesha Ahamed

**Committee Member – 2nd Year** Ms. Samidi Samarakoon

**Committee Member – 3rd Year**
Ms. Saduni Dissanayaka

**Committee Member – 2nd Year** Ms. Santhoshika Sivakumar

**Committee Member – 1st Year** Mr. Chandima Namal

**Committee Member – 1st Year**
Ms. Sekaran Pavithra

Activities

World Diabetes Day 2024 Awareness Programme

Anuradhapura Teaching Hospital, in collaboration with the Health Promotion Society, organized an
awareness programme in recognition of World Diabetes Day on November 11, 2024. The event was
held at the Anuradhapura Teaching Hospital, with the participation of 30 students representing the
Health Promotion Society. The primary objective of the programme was to raise awareness about
diabetes, its prevention, and the significance of lifestyle modifications, including a balanced diet and
regular physical activity. Students actively engaged with participants, delivering key messages on
diabetes prevention and management. Topics covered included the identification of E-numbers in
processed food, the principles of a healthy food plate, and the food pyramid. This initiative
contributed to educating the public on the importance of making informed dietary choices and
adopting healthier lifestyles to reduce the risk of diabetes.

Awareness Programme on Breast Cancer- Prevention, detection, and treatment

The Cancer Surgery Unit at Anuradhapura Teaching Hospital organized an awareness programme on breast cancer prevention, detection, and treatment in collaboration with the Department of Health Promotion on October 30, 2024. The programme was held at the Auditorium, Faculty of Applied Sciences, with the participation of health promotion students. Dr.Wathsala Bandara, Consultant Oncologist, Teaching Hospital, Anuradhapura, conducted the programme. The programme was regarding what breast cancer is, the epidemiology of breast cancer, its risk factors, and stages. Additionally, a practical session was conducted with the support of nurses to facilitate a better understanding.

Charity Shop 2024

The Health Promotion Society organized the Charity Shop-2024 on October 15, 2024, at the University’s main entrance. Members of the Health Promotion Society organized the event for the third time as a fundraising activity. There were four main corners as clothing corner, game corner, food stall, and the mehendi corner. The charity shop was conducted with the purpose of exchanging goods at a feasible price to undergraduates, staff members, and villagers.

Fundraising Activities

The Health Promotion Society successfully organized a fundraising program on March 20, 2024, through the sale of fresh lime juice. This was the very first activity organized by the office bearers – 2024. This initiative aimed to generate funds to support ongoing health promotion activities while also encouraging healthy beverage choices among the university students.

The society organized another fundraising programme on December 6, 2024, by selling ‘Amba Achcharu’ within the faculty premises. This event specifically targeted university students, offering them a popular and flavorful snack while raising funds to support ongoing health promotion initiatives.

Moreover, the society organized a food stall in the convocation for two days (July 29 and 30, 2025), as a fundraising activity. These events were well-received, with active participation from society members and strong support from the university students.

Under the Moon – A Night to Remember

“Under the Moon” was an enchanting and unforgettable event organized by the Health Promotion Society on January 7, 2025, at the Auditorium of the Faculty of Applied Sciences. The Vice Chancellor, academic staff, non-academic staff, and students participated in enjoying the evening. This spectacular evening that brought together the vibrant talents of both students and staff created an unforgettable celebration of music, dance, and drama.

“Under the Moon” was not just an event; it was a celebration of collaboration, creativity, and the joy of artistic expression that created an atmosphere where entertainment met the night, leaving everyone with cherished memories and the hope for many more evenings like it.

Dental Clinic

The Health Promotion Society organized an awareness programme on dental health and a dental clinic in collaboration with the Dental Health Unit of the Anuradhapura Teaching Hospital, for two days (May 13 and 22, 2025).

FASExplore Exhibition

The Health Promotion Society conducted five stalls on the topics of health and well-being, non-communicable diseases, nutrition, tobacco and alcohol, and social media influence in the FASExplore exhibition, organized by the Academic Subcommittee of the Faculty of Applied Sciences for three days; June 27, 28, and 29, 2025.

Under the Moon 2022

Charity Shop 2022

Prana 2021

Creation Competition conducted by the Health Promotion Society, Department of Health Promotion “Prana” was a competition organized by the Health Promotion Society of the Faculty of Applied Sciences focusing “World Suicide Prevention” day. It was an online competition aimed to increase the public awareness on suicide prevention and the theme of this year was “හුස්ම සේ ලෙන්ගතුව”. The competition was held in three types as writing poems, inspirational quotes and drawing arts under the given themes: ලැබිය හැකි හොදම සතුට හිතේ සතුටයි, අභියෝග වලට අභියෝගයක් වෙමු, සමාජ මාධය වලට බිලි නොවී ඔබේ දිවියේ තීරණ ගන්නේ කෙසේද? The completion mainly targeted, school students and social media users under two categories; school category and open category. A total of 125 creations were received from both categories and the best six creations were selected. The winners were awarded an e-certificate and a book.