Meet the Team
Lexanova House strongly believes that collective action is the key to an informed and sustainable future. Our initiatives are aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and international donor priorities focussed on legal empowerment.
We warmly welcome the researchers, professionals, and passionate individuals to join our mission. By getting involved, you will be partnering with the team which contributes to the global framework of progress.
Our research and training programs are designed to address the following key themes:
THARIKA DE SILVA
Founding Director
A Lawyer, legal and environmental researcher, Environmentalist and Social worker who leverages her past public sector experience and legal expertise to advocate for a sustainable future.
NADEERA JAYASINGHA
Senior Advisor
Business and technological leader based in the United Kingdom with 20+ years of unique experience in digital transformation, enterprise technology, strategic growth and organizational development.
SATHYA HETTIARACHCHI
Director
ICT educator blending solid software CompanyDevelopment skills with customer Care.
LASMANTHI DINUSHIKA
Secretary
An experienced lawyer and Company Secretary specialized in corporate governance And legal compliance.
BANDINI JAYASENA
Research Lead
An experienced Audiologist, Speech Language Pathologist and Researcher who is passionate about environmental conservation, seamlessly combining active clinical practice with past experience as a Lecturer at State University of Sri Lanka.
THENUJA FERNANDO
Research Executive
A dynamic professional offering sharp legal insights and hands-on government sector experience. With a solid grasp of taxation, compliance and Public Law.
SHEHANI KAHATAPITIYA
Volunteer Coordinator
A dedicated social worker who utilizes the academic background in psychology and counselling to empower individuals and communities.