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Student Engagement & Nurturing

Student Exchange Programme
The Institute promotes student exchange programmes with other regional
professional institutes through student participation in conferences, contests and
regional events.

Representation at the International Student Conference 2024 hosted by ICAI
CA Sri Lanka was represented at the International Student Conference hosted
by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) in Kolkata on 22nd
& 23rd June 2024 by Nimaya Malimbada, a student of CA Sri Lanka and SAB
Campus secured first place in the second technical session at the Conference
for her presentation on ‘The Role of AI in Detecting Financial Frauds. These
achievements have given great recognition as well as the competency of our
own CA Students at among the international platforms.

SAFA Quiz and Public Speaking Contest
The contest held on 1st March 2024, in Pokhara, Nepal was hosted by the
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nepal and CA Sri Lanka a talented team
of students that included Mr. Akila Uthsara Shantha, the Team Captain of the
winning quiz team in the Higher Education Sector of the Governors Challenge
Trophy 2023 organized by the Shippers Academy and Central Bank of Sri Lanka
and Mr Imthikab Insaf Ahamed, the Winner of the Best Speaker Contest organized
by CA Sri Lanka in 2023.

Commemoration of the International Accounting Day in collaboration
with other PAOs
The Walk the World of Numbers parade by CA Sri Lanka was held on 8th
December 2024 and was organized in commemoration of International
Accounting Day, transforming the streets of Colombo into a vibrant celebration
of the accounting profession. With banners held high, colourful vehicles in
town, and smiles all around, this parade embodies the knowledge, passion, and
commitment of the profession. A tree-planting ceremony was also held alongside
this occasion symbolizing sustainability and growth within the accounting
community.

CA Student Society (CASS)
The official student body of CA Sri Lanka, the CA Student Society hosted the 38th
International Student Conference under the theme “Sustainable Collaborations”
at Galadari Hotel and the occasion was graced by the participation of CA Sri
Lanka students as well as delegates from other professional bodies in Sri Lanka
and the SAFA Region.

The Gavel Club
The CA Sri Lanka Students Gavel Club is dedicated to enhancing the
communication and leadership skills of aspiring Chartered Accountants through
the globally recognized Toastmasters Programme. It is a proven fact that the
technical skills of the student should be complemented by Communication
and Leadership skills if he or she wishes to gain employment opportunities and/
or enhance career prospects. Each year, students take the initiative to elect
their own executive committee, fostering leadership and teamwork. The club’s
installation ceremony, held in September 2024, marks a significant milestone
in their journey. By providing equal opportunities for students to develop and
showcase their talents, the club continues to inspire participation, commitment,
and excellence essential needs for both the profession and the wider community.