2026

Visit of Ms. Angelique to the Department of Christian Civilization As part of its ongoing commitment to academic enrichment and social engagement, the Department of Christian Civilization, University of Jaffna, had the privilege of hosting Ms. Angelique Appeyroux, Head of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Sri Lanka on the 7th of […]

A Legacy of Compassion and Philanthropic Engagement On 10 March 2026, the Department of Christian Civilization at the University of Jaffna had the privilege of receiving Mrs. Debbie Sinnarasa Philip, whose visit marked a deeply meaningful moment of remembrance, continuity, and renewed commitment to student welfare and academic advancement. Mrs. Philip is the wife of

Contemplative Dialogue and Interreligious Encounter On 2nd February 2026, the Department of Christian Civilization at the University of Jaffna had the distinct honour of welcoming Rev. Dr. Yann Vagneux, a Catholic priest of the Missions Étrangères de Paris (MEP) and a distinguished French scholar known for his deep engagement with the religious and intellectual traditions

Interfaith Dialogue and Social Responsibility: An Academic Encounter on Countering Extremism On 6th January 2026, the Department of Christian Civilization at the University of Jaffna had the distinct honour of hosting Dr. Herman Roborgh, Head of the School of Religion & Philosophy at Minhaj University Lahore, Pakistan. This significant academic visit, initiated by the Head

Academic and Social Engagement On 3rd March 2026, the Department of Christian Civilization at the University of Jaffna had the distinct privilege of welcoming Rev. Fr. Teyol Machado, SJ, Director of the Navachethana Centre for Non-Formal Education, who visited the department accompanied by Rev. Fr. Antony Pius, SJ, a Jesuit priest and scholar known for