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Sri Lanka, known for its rich culture and strong communities, is home to Round Table Sri Lanka (RTSL), which has grown to ten clubs and over 100 Tablers dedicated to impactful service.

RTSL leads diverse community projects, including the Heroes Project (supporting children with autism), Emerge Reintegration Centre (helping victims of abuse reintegrate into society), Kids Off the Street (providing shelter and education for street children), and Aloka Elders Home (supporting financial independence for senior citizens). Other initiatives, like Mirivedi, HelpSchools Foundation, and Freedom Through Education, address key social issues nationwide. RTSL also responds swiftly to natural disasters, providing relief and assistance when needed.

Its largest project came after the 2004 tsunami, when RTSL led a US$2 million school reconstruction initiative, funded by international Round Tables and local sponsors—all with zero administrative costs.

Committed to fellowship, service, and meaningful change, RTSL continues to embody the “Adopt, Adapt, Improve” spirit, making a lasting impact across Sri Lanka.

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Areas and Tables

The association of Round Table Sri Lanka comprises of 10 clubs:

• • RTSL 1 Colombo
  • RTSL 2 Colombo Serendib
  • RTSL 3 Colombo Taprobane
  • RTSL 4 Colombo Cinnamon
  • RTSL 5 Colombo Paradise
  • RTSL 6 Colombo Heritage
  • RTSL 7 Negombo
  • RTSL 8 Colombo Tuskers
  • RTSL 9 Colombo Change Makers
  • RTSL 10 Jaffna

Interesting Facts

• • RTSL primarily operates in the capital city, Colombo, so each club is distinguished by both a number and a unique identifier in its name.
  • Each club chartered outside Colombo such as Negombo or Jaffna follow the same numbering sequence
  • Charity contribution per member in RT Sri Lanka is more than the GDP Per Capita of Sri Lanka
  • RTSL have four of the five of the RT Family associations (LC, Tangent, Club 41 and Round Table) and RTSL maintains a very healthy relationship with all of them

International Personalities

RTI Executive Board

• • 2023–2024 Nadeen Kumarasinghe — RTI Secretary
  • 2022–2023 Nadeen Kumarasinghe — RTI Secretary
  • 2021–2022 Nadeen Kumarasinghe — RTI Secretary
  • 2015–2016 Altaf Jeevunjee — RTI President
  • 2015–2016 Ibrahim Saleem – RTI Treasurer
  • 2012–2013 Chamika Godamanna — RTI Secretary
  • 2009–2010 Romesh Fonseca – RTI Treasurer

ASPA Regional Chairman

• • 2023–2024 Shamaal Panagoda
  • 2018–2019 Ranil Samarawickrema
  • 2015–2016 Ibrahim Saleem
  • 2012–2013 Chamika Godamanna
  • 2009–2010 Romesh Fonseca

International Regonitions

• • 2023–2024: Side by Side Award
  • 2021–2022: Side by Side Award
  • 2017–2018: RTI Tabler of the Year: Jehan Mubarak
  • 2016–2017: RTI Club of the Year Award: Round Table 1 Colombo

Recurring National Events

• • AGM

 

Past International Events

RTI WM 2018 Negombo, Sri Lanka

 

Rondel

A golden lion holding a kastane sword in its right fore-paw, has come to represent the the Sinhala ethnicity and the strength of the nation.

Panthera leo sinhaleyus is an extinct prehistoric subspecies of lion, excavated in Sri Lanka. It is believed to have become extinct prior to the arrival of humans c. 37,000 years BCE

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India, a nation known for its vast diversity, rich heritage, and rapid development, is home to one of the largest and most impactful Round Table associations in the world. Round Table India (RTIN), established in 1962, has grown into a powerhouse within Round Table International, boasting a widespread presence across the country. RTIN is recognized for its large-scale community service initiatives, with a special focus on education and infrastructure development. Its flagship project, “Freedom Through Education,” has led to the construction of thousands of classrooms, providing quality education to underprivileged children across India. With a strong emphasis on fellowship, leadership, and giving back to society, RTIN continues to set new benchmarks in service and camaraderie, making it a cornerstone of the global Round Table movement.

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Freedom Through Education (RTIN)