Jeeshan Imrath

Online Child Safety Advocate (2025–2026)

Jeeshan Imrath is IFDC's Online Child Safety Advocate (2025–2026) and a graduate of IFDC's first Online Child Protection Advocate Programme, where she achieved Merit Excellence. She is committed to promoting responsible internet use, child protection, and safer digital engagement among young people.

Professionally, Jeeshan is a Town Planner at the Urban Development Authority, working in urban planning, development management, social inclusion, and community development. She holds a BSc. (Hons) in Town and Country Planning from the University of Moratuwa and is currently pursuing a Master of Public Administration and Management at the University of Colombo.

She is an Associate Member of the Institute of Town Planners, Sri Lanka (ITPSL), a member of the Young Professionals Forum (YPF), and a certified Mental Health First Aider through MHFA England. She is passionate about integrating urban development, social inclusion, and child protection to build resilient and people-centred communities.

Fathima Nasriya

Digital Mental Health Mentor and Advocate

Fathima Nasriya is IFDC's Digital Mental Health Mentor and Advocate, specialising in supporting children and young people to develop healthier relationships with technology and balance digital and offline life. She is a Counselling Psychologist and Career Analyst with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and a Master's Degree in Counselling Psychology, complemented by professional qualifications in counselling, psychotherapy, and career analysis. A member of the Sri Lanka National Institute of Professional Counsellors and the Sri Lanka National Association of Counsellors, Fathima is passionate about promoting emotional well-being, digital resilience, and empowering children, young people, and families through education, counselling, and advocacy.

Pehansa Wijenayaka

Mental Health & Child Online Safety Advocate

Pehansa Wijenayaka is an undergraduate psychology student, mental health advocate, writer, and child online safety advocate. As a member of IFDC's Online Child Protection Advocate Programme, she promotes children's rights in digital spaces, online well-being, and responsible digital participation through advocacy and writing.

Pehansa is currently pursuing a BSc (Hons) in Psychology at the University of Staffordshire (UK). She has completed an International Diploma in Psychology and Counselling, a Diploma in Child and Adolescent Psychology, and is certified in Psychological First Aid through the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. Through her volunteer work and blog writing, she is committed to advancing mental health awareness and creating safer, more inclusive digital environments for children and young people.

Sumudu Kawinda Rathnapala

Child Online Safety Advocate

Sumudu Kawinda Rathnapala is a committed child online safety advocate and a graduate of IFDC's first Online Child Protection Advocate Programme. He works closely with young people to promote responsible internet use, children's rights in digital environments, and positive online engagement.

Sumudu is an IT Instructor, youth advocate, and community leader with a strong commitment to community resilience and youth well-being. He also serves as a Dhamma School teacher and uses his fluency in Sinhala, English, and Tamil to engage diverse communities. Combining his expertise in technology, digital design, and community service, he is passionate about fostering safer digital spaces and supporting the healthy development of children and young people.