President Ranil Wickremesinghe announced that the “Gen Z Dialogue” initiative will bring the perspectives of the younger generation into the governance process.
To support this effort, the National Youth Service Council will be tasked with establishing youth centers at the national, provincial, district, and regional levels and organizing these dialogues, he said.
The President made this statement while addressing the “Puluwan Sri Lanka” National Youth Conference, held this morning (30) at the Maharagama Youth Service Council.
Emphasizing that the future of the country lies in the hands of today’s youth, the President committed to equipping the Gen Z generation with the digital knowledge and tools needed to thrive in a rapidly advancing technological world.
This includes providing training in digital marketing, freelancing, and offering free services to clients, which will open new avenues for income generation. Additionally, the President highlighted plans to implement training programs in commercial activities.
The President also noted that a robust economy would foster a modern agricultural culture and promote environmentally-friendly tourism, creating the necessary environment for youth to find employment and start new enterprises.
President Ranil Wickremesinghe stated his intention to create an environment that encourages greater youth representation in the political arena. He also announced plans to establish a Youth Parliamentary Advisory Office to enhance the political knowledge of the younger generation.
The President expressed his aim to develop Generation Z into a group capable of assuming leadership roles in the country. He highlighted that the hopes of the youth, which were shattered in 2015 and 2020, have been revitalized through the “Puluwan Sri Lanka” program.
“My goal is to empower Generation Z to become a capable group ready to take on the leadership of this country. If there is a need for someone to lead, there should be no hesitation.”
“We are working to nurture a generation of young people who are confident and prepared to take on the leadership of this nation without fear,” the President said.
