About.

Students for The  Exploration & Development of Space in Sri Lanka

History

SEDS was founded as a chapter-based organization in 1980 at MIT by Peter Diamandis, at Princeton University by Scott Scharfman, and at Yale University by Richard Sorkin. SEDS-USA was founded as a national group in 1982 by Peter Diamandis, Bob Richards, and Todd Hawley.

Later on, more national groups formed and operated under SEDS Earth. Each SEDS Nations had their own collective of local chapters: paving way to its vast global presence. SEDS Sri Lanka was founded by Mr. Amila Basnayaka and Mr. Thilan Harshana in 2018.

Since its induction, it has been the most active and widespread astronomy-related organization in the region. SEDS SL hosts a multitude of engineering projects, from a regional stand-point to those representing the nation, competing and achieving success at an international scale!

Mission

To unite students across Sri Lanka, fostering a community passionate about Space Exploration, through collaborative projects and interdisciplinary engagement. We aim to elevate the knowledge and innovation of our youth in the field of Space Science.

Vision

To be the leading organization in Sri Lanka that nurtures future leaders in Space Exploration, setting the foundation for a robust local presence in the global space community. We aim to provide unparalleled educational and practical experiences in Space Exploration and Engineering.

Meet Our Leaders

SEDS Sri Lanka is a unique organization run entirely by students and young professionals.

Chairperson

Vishal Perera

SEDS KDU

Vice Chairperson

Mahendri Hemachandra

SEDS Wayamba

Secretary

Teena Fernando

SEDS Ocean University

Assistant Secretary

Oshani Rideevitage

SEDS Sabra

Treasurer

Chamodi Katulanda

SEDS Ocean University

Chair of The Council

Dilshan Perera

SEDS SLTC

Project Manager

Aruna Ehelepola

SEDS J'Pura

Coordinator

Ganesha Nanayakkara

SEDS Agni

Publication Manager

Tharindu Nayanandun

SEDS Agni

Editor in Chief

Namindu Saranga

SEDS Ocean University

Documentation Manager

Tharanga Dilhani

SEDS OUSL

Webmaster

Avishka Indunil

SEDS UOC

Former Chair & Founder (SEDS SL)

Amila Basnayaka

Former Vice Chair & Co-Founder (SEDS SL)

Thilan Thanthirimalage

Former Chair SEDS SL

Thashmila Araliya De Silva

Former Vice Chair SEDS SL

Thilangi Kasthuriarachchi

Senior Advisory: SEDS Sri Lanka

Dr. Achala Pallegedara

Founder: Aeronautical Division

Bhanuka Ranaweera

Former CoC: SEDS Sri Lanka

Vanodhya Warnasooriya

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