Union Assurance strengthens commitment to youth empowerment

• Entres into strategic MoU with Kelaniya University 

Union Assurance, Sri Lanka’s premier life insurer, continues its commitment to enriching the well-being of all by entering a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Finance Department at the University of Kelaniya. 
This partnership is the latest addition to the company’s ongoing efforts to empower the nation’s future leaders, building upon its collaborations with the University of Wayamba and University of Sri Jayewardenepura.

The signing event at the University of Kelaniya was attended by the senior management from both Union Assurance and the university, including Union Assurance Chief People Officer Nisansala Paranayapa, Kelaniya University Vice-Chancellor Senior Professor Nilanthi De Silva and Commerce and Management Studies Faculty Dean Professor Bandara Wanninayaka. 

This partnership outlines a comprehensive range of initiatives focused on knowledge sharing, including specialised training programmes for entry-level positions as well as internship opportunities for university students. These initiatives aim to empower future leaders in the sector by equipping them with the essential skills and experience that are vital to succeed in a competitive landscape.

Paranayapa stated, “At Union Assurance, our organisational ethos is firmly rooted in training and development. We believe in the transformative power of upskilling our employees to ensure we continue delivering the highest quality of service. In this same spirit, we recognise the critical importance of upskilling the youth of our nation, as they will play a vital role in shaping Sri Lanka’s future business landscape. We are therefore delighted to formalise our partnership with the Kelaniya University. Our dedication to this partnership, along with our ongoing initiatives, affirms our commitment to empowering the next generation of professionals.”