Books donation - Kotalewala maha Vidyalaya, Piliyandala

Project Chairman : Jayavilal Meegoda

The Inventors’ Handbook, authored by award-winning inventor Eng. D. M. Punchi Banda, Senior Engineer at the National Engineering Research and Development Center (NERDC), was donated to the Inventors’ Club Library together with a collection of English books. This handbook provides comprehensive guidance on the entire innovation journey—from idea generation and concept development to proper documentation and effective presentation techniques. It also includes valuable insights and case studies based on inventions by past award winners, offering practical learning opportunities for young inventors. Students were encouraged to actively use this handbook as a key reference in their innovation work. In addition, they were advised to improve their English language proficiency, recognizing it as an essential skill for successfully participating and presenting at international competitions and fairs. This initiative reflects the core values of Lions International by promoting education.

නෑබඩ මහා විද්‍යාලීය අවුරුදු උත්සවයට හොරණ මිඩ්සිටි සිංහ සමාජයට අනුග්‍රහය ලබාදීම

Project Chairman : Akila Rangajith Ukwaththa

නෑබඩ මහා විද්‍යාලීය සිසුන් වෙනුවෙන් සිදුකෙරෙනු ලැබූ අවුරුදු උත්සවයට හොරණ මිඩ්සිටි සිංහ සමාජයට අනුග්‍රහය ලබාදීමට හැකිවිය. ඒ සදහා 306 D2 සිංහ දිස්ත්‍රික් සිංහාධිපතිතුමන් සහ පළමු සිංහ කාන්තාව ද මිඩ්සිටි සිංහ සමාජයේ සිංහයින් හා ඇරැව්වල සිංහ සමාජයේ සිංහ නුවන් දර්ශන හා එම සිංහ කාන්තාවද සහභාගී විය.

contributions in support of District Convention

Project Chairman : Somathilaka Banda Meegolla

contributions in support of District Convention

Contribution to District Conventiotn

Project Chairman : Wathupolagedera Mahinda Kumarasiri

contributions in support of District Convention.

Books to Shepard Girls...

Project Chairman : Shamani Dias Meegolla

Our Lions Club donated 50 valuable books distributed by the Second Vice-Govenor through the reigion Chairpersons to 30 orphan girls residing at the Nawala Shepherd Convent.

Water project for April

Project Chairman : Wathupolagedera Mahinda Kumarasiri

As last months We Provided 600ltrs of Pure Drinking water to children who getting treatments in Lady Ridjway Hospital Borella.

Establishment of the Invention club: Kotelawala Maha Vidyalaya, Piliyandala.

Project Chairman : Jayaratna Manamperi

Although the establishment of invention clubs in every school has been mandated by government directive, many of the above-mentioned schools had not yet implemented this initiative. To address this gap, an Inventors’ Club was successfully established, office bearers were appointed, and the club was formally recognized—thereby strengthening student engagement in innovation and supporting Youth Development and Education & Literacy in line with Lions’ global causes.

Brain storming session on ideas: Kotelawala Maha Vidyalaya, Piliyandala

Project Chairman : Jayaratna Manamperi

An Idea Generation Session for 30 young inventors of Kotelawala Maha Vidyalaya was successfully conducted under the guidance of Lion Eng. Jayavilal Meegoda, President of the Lions Club of Polgasowita and International Fair Director. During the session, students presented their initial invention concepts and received constructive guidance on how to systematically develop their projects. Mentors emphasized the importance of commencing with a proper literature review, understanding existing technologies, and identifying research gaps prior to moving into design and experimentation stages. Students were also made aware of the necessity of obtaining ethical clearances where applicable, particularly for projects involving human participation, environmental considerations, or data collection. In alignment with the core values of Lions International, the program highlighted the empowerment of youth through knowledge sharing, mentorship, and service-oriented innovation.

Coaching workshop for student inventors : Piliyandala Central College

Project Chairman : Jayavilal Meegoda

Evaluation and Guidance on Student Invention Concepts Students submitted their invention concepts, which were reviewed and discussed individually. Each participant received constructive guidance on how to further develop and refine their ideas, with emphasis on feasibility, design improvement, and practical implementation. The session provided valuable direction to help students move from concept to prototype stage. It was also informed that after the next round of submissions, coaching and mentoring will be conducted by a panel of subject experts, offering more specialized technical and innovation guidance. A number of promising and creative concepts were presented by the students. Their enthusiasm, originality, and commitment were highly commendable, and their efforts were greatly appreciated. The initiative continues to encourage young innovators to think critically, solve real-world problems, and progress confidently in their invention journey.

Book Donation - Inventors club, Darmapala Vidyalaya, Arawwala

Project Chairman : Jayavilal Meegoda

The Inventors’ Handbook, authored by award-winning inventor Eng. D. M. Punchi Banda, Senior Engineer at the National Engineering Research and Development Center (NERDC), was donated to the Inventors’ Club Library together with a collection of English books. This handbook provides comprehensive guidance on the entire innovation journey—from idea generation and concept development to proper documentation and effective presentation techniques. It also includes valuable insights and case studies based on inventions by past award winners, offering practical learning opportunities for young inventors. Students were encouraged to actively use this handbook as a key reference in their innovation work. In addition, they were advised to improve their English language proficiency, recognizing it as an essential skill for successfully participating and presenting at international competitions and fairs.

Arduino 2 : Design for young inventors

Project Chairman : Jayavilal Meegoda

Continuing the lecture series on emerging technologies for young inventors, Janitha Dissanayake, Lecturer from the School of Computing, University of Colombo, conducted the second session focusing on Arduino design and programming. As many students are already utilizing Arduino platforms for their inventions, the session was highly engaging and interactive. The lecture covered essential concepts in Arduino programming, circuit design, and practical applications, enabling students to strengthen their technical foundation and improve the functionality of their innovation projects. The session emphasized the importance of hands-on learning, problem-solving, and creativity in electronics and embedded systems—key competencies for young inventors in today’s technology-driven world. Students actively participated in discussions and gained valuable insights into real-world applications of Arduino-based solutions.

Steering Comitee meeting

Project Chairman : Manel Priyadarshini Gamage

3 members from our club participated in district comitee meeting , Lion Shirani ,Lion Manilal and Lion Manel

Donating tents for Awurudu Pola

Project Chairman : Urshula Kanchana Udalagama

We donated (paud the rent) for 3 tents and helped at the Awurudu pola at Cota rd, Borella .The Pola was there for 3 days,

Donation of spectacles to needy people from Ritigala area

Project Chairman : D. J. W. Abeygunaratne

A humanitarian eye screening and vision care program was conducted in January in the remote and underserved Ritigala area, targeting economically disadvantaged communities with limited access to basic healthcare. A team of optometrists, together with members of the Lions Club of Polgasowita—President Lion Eng. Jayavilal Meegoda, Lion Jayantha Abeygunarathna, Lion Jayasiri Attanayake, Lion Sugath Ranasinghe, and Lion Jayarathna Manamperi—carried out comprehensive eye examinations for the community. During the screening, 90 individuals were identified with vision impairments, many of whom had never undergone an eye test before due to financial constraints and lack of access to medical services. Without timely intervention, several were at risk of gradual vision loss and potential blindness. Following the examinations, 90 pairs of spectacles were distributed to all identified beneficiarie.

Training workshop for the Teachers in charge of Innovation lab : Ministry of Education

Project Chairman : Jayavilal Meegoda

On the invitation of the Director of Technology, Ministry of Education, Lion Eng. Jayavilal Meegoda participated as a resource person at a training workshop conducted for teachers, focusing on nurturing student innovation and developing future inventors. During the session, extensive insights were shared on how to effectively encourage students to think creatively and develop innovative solutions. Drawing from over 25 years of experience working with student inventors and educators, the session emphasized practical approaches to identifying and nurturing talent within schools. A key highlight of the discussion was the importance of team formation, combining diverse skill sets to achieve better outcomes. It was highlighted that students with strong analytical thinking, documentation, and presentation skills can collaborate effectively with those who possess practical, hands-on craftsmanship. Such balanced teams can significantly enhance the quality and success of invention projects.

Games Development for young inventors

Project Chairman : Jayavilal Meegoda

A valuable and engaging session on “Game Development as a Hobby and Career” was organized for young inventors, highlighting emerging opportunities in the digital and creative technology space. The session was conducted by Tharindu Deepaloka, an undergraduate of the University of Colombo School of Computing (UCSC) and Founder of the Levelstair community. Drawing from his personal journey and experience, he provided practical insights into how game development can evolve from a hobby into a rewarding career. Students found the session highly interesting and inspiring, with an active and enthusiastic Q&A session that reflected their curiosity and eagerness to explore new technologies. This program contributed significantly to youth empowerment by introducing modern technological avenues, encouraging innovation, and aligning with Lions Clubs International’s focus on education, leadership, and future-ready skills development.

Joint Lecture series with Mahinda Rajapakshe College

Project Chairman : Jayavilal Meegoda

The Arduino and Programming Society of Mahinda Rajapaksha College, in collaboration with the Lions Club of Polgasowita, organized a series of lectures aimed at empowering young inventors in preparation for the upcoming Invention and Robotics Competition organized by the Ministry of Education. Upon the request of the society, Lion Eng. Jayavilal Meegoda conducted an insightful lecture on “National and International Invention Competitions: A Road Map for Success.” The session provided students with a clear understanding of the pathways available in innovation, including guidance on idea development, project preparation, documentation, and presentation at both national and international levels. The program was attended by the Deputy Principal, Master-in-Charge, teachers, parents, and enthusiastic members of the society. A highly engaging Q&A session followed the lecture, reflecting the strong interest and curiosity of the students in the field of innovation and technology.

positive impact on mental health and well-being in the community during the service week 4th to 12th October, 2025

Project Chairman : Hewa Wanniarachchige Gayan Chameera

positive impact on mental health and well-being in the community during the service week 4th to 12th October, 2025

Electronics for young Inventors - Webinar

Project Chairman : Jayavilal Meegoda

Recognizing that a strong foundation in electronics is essential for young inventors, a knowledge-sharing session on Basic Electronics and emerging technologies was successfully conducted for students. The program emphasized the importance of understanding fundamental concepts as a basis for developing innovative and practical applications in modern technological fields. The session was conducted by Eng. Dinesh Dissanayake, an experienced International Professional Engineer and lecturer based in Brisbane. Drawing from his extensive industry and academic experience, he provided valuable insights into electronic circuit design, real-world applications, and the relevance of electronics in emerging technologies. Students gained practical understanding of how electronic principles are applied in designing innovative solutions. The interactive Q&A session was particularly engaging, with participants actively clarifying concepts and exploring new ideas.

The Bak Maha Festival held on April 9th at Makuluduwa Model School

Project Chairman : E. A. Sriyani Chandrika

The Bak Maha Festival held on April 9th at Makuluduwa Model School was successfully conducted under the main sponsorship of the Arawwala Lions Club. I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to Lion Rajeev and Lion Danuka for their valuable support.