TISL Honours Exemplary Public Servants

Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) hosted the grand finale of Integrity Icon Sri Lanka (IISL) 2022/23 at the BMICH in Colombo on August 17th. This event served as a platform to acknowledge and applaud civil servants who embody exceptional integrity, unwavering dedication, and strong moral values in their professional undertakings.

In collaboration with Accountability Lab, the fifth consecutive instalment of IISL was organised, showcasing honest public officials who make service to the people their foremost priority. Originating in Nepal in 2014, the Integrity Icon initiative has extended its reach to 12 countries, including Sri Lanka.

Five outstanding public officials were conferred the prestigious ‘Integrity Icon’ title at this momentous occasion:

Subagini Mathiyalagan, Divisional Secretary, Divisional Secretariat, Valikamam East, Kopay.

Wijewardane Abeywickrama Nishshanka, Medical Superintendent, District Base Hospital Rikillagaskada, and District Director of Health Services, Nuwara Eliya.

Yasotha Uthayakumar, Divisional Secretary, Divisional Secretariat, Valikamam South West, Sandilipay.

Prathibani Sri Wijayanthi Molligoda, Nursing Officer, Base Hospital, Elpitiya.

Nalin Prasanna Wijesekara, Additional Medical Officer of Health, MOH Office, Ambalangoda.

These exceptional individuals were honoured with commemorative mementos, and they inspired the peers by sharing their own stories. The top 12 finalists were recognised with certificates for their dedication and contribution.